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Portia and Scarlett PS26013 Strapless Corset Fitted Gown
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Description
About the Dress: Portia and Scarlett PS26013
Portia and Scarlett PS26013 is a strapless, sweetheart-neckline fitted gown built around a fully boned corset bodice and covered from top to hem in dense geometric rhinestone and hot-stone embellishment. The result is a dress that commands attention the moment you walk in. A deep sheer center-front plunge panel runs from the neckline to the waist, adding dimension to the bodice without breaking the sleek silhouette. A high front slit and a sweep train finish the look — dramatic at every angle.
Fit & Silhouette
PS26013 fits close through the bust, waist, and hips and stays there. The structured boning in the corset bodice holds everything in place and gives the torso a clean, sculpted line even without straps. This is a form-fitting dress — it moves with your body and does not have a flared or full skirt. The high slit adds freedom of movement and gives the silhouette its signature drama. The sweep train trails gently behind without adding bulk. Size up if you are between sizes; the boning cannot let out.
Fabric & Detail
The base fabric is stretch jersey, which is what allows the dress to fit so closely and still feel comfortable throughout a long night. Over that base, rhinestone and hot-stone crystals in a geometric Art Deco pattern cover the entire surface of the dress — bodice, skirt, and train. There is no plain fabric visible anywhere. The sheer center plunge panel is a structured mesh inset, not an afterthought — it sits flat and smooth rather than gaping. The sweep train picks up light as you move, extending the crystal effect across the floor.
Key Features
- Strapless sweetheart neckline
- Fully boned corset bodice with visible boning channels
- Deep sheer center-front plunge panel
- Geometric Art Deco rhinestone and hot-stone embellishment — 100% surface coverage
- High front slit
- Full open back — bare from the top of the corset bodice downward
- Sweep train
- Stretch jersey base for a close, comfortable fit
- Available in Yellow, Black/Gold, Champagne Beige, Red, Silver, and Turquoise
Style & Occasion
Portia and Scarlett PS26013 is built for the nights where you want to be remembered. It is the dress for prom when you want something genuinely show-stopping — not just sparkly, but architecturally dramatic. The full rhinestone coverage, open back, high slit, and sweep train together make it a strong fit for pageant competition as well, where stage presence is everything. The deep plunge and open back mean this is not a conservative choice; it is confident and bold by design. Available colorways include warm Yellow, graphic Black/Gold, soft Champagne Beige, rich Red, cool Silver, and vibrant Turquoise — each one reads differently under event lighting, so consider how the venue light hits the crystals when choosing.
Size & fit
- Fitted (high slit, corset). Bust, waist and hips all matter. Go by your largest measurement.
- Length: Long
- Neckline: Sweetheart, Strapless
- Details: Beaded, Hotstone, Open Back, Train
- Between sizes? Text a stylist and we'll help you choose.
Shipping
- Arrives in 7–12 business days, or 4–6 with Express (+$35).
- Free shipping over $250 to Canada and the USA.
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- Receive your dress within 7–12 business days, depending on designer availability.
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- Once shipped, delivery typically takes 2–5 business days within North America.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Portia and Scarlett PS26013 was designed for occasions where the dress needs to do real work — where stage presence, dramatic silhouette, and maximum sparkle are the whole point.
Prom is the clearest fit. This is a fully rhinestone-covered, open-back, high-slit gown with a sweep train and a boned corset bodice. If you want to walk into prom and stop the room, PS26013 is built exactly for that. The Art Deco geometric crystal pattern catches light from every direction, and the combination of the open back and high slit gives the silhouette that edge that separates it from standard sparkle dresses.
Pageant competition is the other primary occasion. Under stage lighting, a dress that covers 100% of its surface in hot-stone crystals and rhinestones performs unlike anything with partial embellishment. The sweep train reads beautifully when you turn, and the fitted silhouette combined with the open back gives a clean, elongated line that reads well from the audience and on camera. The structured boning means the bodice holds its shape through every walk, turn, and pose without needing adjustments.
Formal events — galas, upscale fundraisers, award ceremonies, and red-carpet adjacent evenings — are also realistic occasions for PS26013. The gown photographs exceptionally well and stands on its own without requiring much accessorizing.
For casual or business-casual events this gown would be overdressed, and its sweep train works best in spacious venues with smooth flooring. The open back and high slit are very much part of the design — they are not subtle. If the event calls for covered shoulders or a conservative silhouette, this is the wrong dress. If the event calls for drama, it is the right one.
The six available colorways each suit different event contexts. Yellow and Turquoise are bold daytime or indoor formal choices. Black/Gold and Silver photograph sharply under stage and event lighting. Red reads powerful and classic. Champagne Beige is the most versatile in terms of lighting — it picks up warm tones under incandescent and amber light and reads almost white-gold under bright stage lighting.
The short answer: the boned corset bodice is the support. For most people, no separate bra is needed, and the dress is designed to work without one.
Portia and Scarlett PS26013 has a fully boned corset bodice — you can see the boning channels clearly through the rhinestone embellishment in the detail photos. That structure is functional, not decorative. It wraps and holds the bust from below and the sides, distributing the weight of the top of the dress across the entire torso rather than relying on straps or a wire bra to do the work. For B and C cup sizes, the boning alone is typically sufficient for a full evening of wear, including dancing.
For D cup and above, the question is comfort over support. The boning will hold you in place, but some customers at larger cup sizes prefer to add a strapless adhesive bra or silicone cups under the dress for additional cushioning and security — not because the boning fails, but because it gives extra confidence for a long night. Given the open back design of PS26013, a standard bra is not an option. Any undergarment you add needs to be strapless and backless.
Shapewear: because the dress is stretch jersey fitted very closely through the hips and thighs, seamless nude-tone bike shorts or high-waist seamless shorts are the most practical underlayer if you want smoothing. Avoid anything with visible seams or thick waistbands — they will show through the rhinestone-embellished fabric. A full body shaper with a low back will work if it sits below the visible corset line, but verify the back cutout against the open-back depth before purchasing.
One practical note on the high slit: the slit is prominent. If you are wearing shapewear or shorts underneath, make sure they have a clean hemline that sits above the slit opening so the underlayer is not visible when you move.
If you are unsure about the fit or support situation for your specific measurements, our team is happy to talk you through it before you order. Every dress we sell is inspected before it ships, and we know these gowns well.
Yes, PS26013 can be hemmed, and height matters quite a bit with this particular gown because of the sweep train and the high slit placement. The dress is designed with a standard sample height in mind — roughly 5'7" to 5'9" with heels. If you are shorter than that, the train will drag more heavily on the floor and the slit may open lower on the leg than intended. A seamstress can hem the hem and train together to bring the sweep to the right length for your height while preserving the proportions of the slit. This is a fairly common alteration for formal gowns and should not cost significantly more than a standard hem — though the rhinestone embellishment at the base of the gown means the alteration takes longer and requires a seamstress experienced with embellished fabrics. If you are taller than the sample height, the train will be shorter on you and the slit will hit higher. Many taller wearers find this works in their favor — more leg, more movement. No hemming needed. Plan for heels of at least 3 to 4 inches. The gown is long and structured to flow correctly with that heel height. Flats or low heels will cause the train to pool and the slit to gape. If heels are not an option for you, factor that into the hemming conversation with your seamstress.
The honest answer is: yes, with some caveats that are worth knowing upfront. The stretch jersey base fabric is the main reason this dress is more wearable than it looks. Jersey moves with you rather than restricting you, which means sitting, standing, and moving on the dance floor are all more comfortable than you would expect from a fully crystal-covered gown. The boned corset holds the bodice firmly, so you are not constantly adjusting it — once it is on and laced correctly, it stays. The high slit is a genuine comfort feature, not just a style choice. It gives your legs full range of motion so dancing is not restricted at the hips or thighs. Many customers who wear fitted long gowns without slits find themselves taking smaller steps all night; that is not a concern with PS26013. The sweep train requires some attention. On a dance floor, you will need to be aware of it — stepping on it yourself or having a dance partner step on it is the main practical issue. Some wearers use a small, hidden loop sewn at the hem to hold the train up while dancing, then release it for photos and walking. A seamstress can add this quickly and inexpensively. The open back is comfortable but means you will feel air on your back all evening, which most wearers find pleasant in a warm event venue.
Each of the six colorways reads differently in person and under different lighting, and the rhinestone embellishment makes the color choice more interesting than it would be on a plain fabric dress. Yellow reads bright and warm in natural light and shifts to a more golden, luminous tone under warm event lighting. It is a high-impact choice and one of the most photographed colorways. Black/Gold is the most graphic of the six — the black base makes the gold rhinestones pop with sharp contrast. It reads sophisticated and bold under stage lighting and photographs with strong definition. Champagne Beige (listed as Nude in some size charts) is the most neutral of the group. Under warm lighting it reads warm gold; under bright white or cool lighting it reads almost ivory. It is the safest choice if you want the rhinestone effect to be the story rather than the color. Red is classic and reads exactly as expected — rich, saturated, and commanding. Under stage lighting the rhinestones catch and amplify the red tone. Silver is the most traditional of the crystal-heavy colorways. The silver base and crystal surface work together so the dress reads almost entirely as light and movement rather than a specific color. Turquoise is the most distinctive choice — vivid, unexpected, and striking. It works best in venues with bright or warm light.
A fully rhinestone-embellished gown like PS26013 needs specific care to keep the crystals looking their best. The short version: dry clean only, store flat or on a wide padded hanger inside a breathable garment bag, and travel with it either in a hard-shell garment case or laid flat in a suitcase.
For cleaning after wearing: do not attempt to wash or spot-clean a rhinestone gown at home. The adhesive used to set hot-stone crystals can loosen with water exposure and heat, and even light rubbing can shift or dislodge individual stones. Take the dress to a dry cleaner experienced with embellished formalwear as soon as possible after the event — do not let stains set.
For storage: hang it on a wide, padded hanger in a breathable (not plastic) garment bag to protect the crystals from dust and snagging. If storing long-term, laying the dress flat in a box with acid-free tissue between folds is better than hanging, which puts continuous stress on the bodice over months.
For travel: if you are flying, request a garment bag allowance or carry the dress on in a garment bag whenever possible. If it must go in luggage, lay it flat in the largest bag available with soft items (not hard objects) on top. Avoid anything that will press directly against the crystal surface for extended periods — prolonged pressure can dislodge stones at contact points.
Because the dress is fully covered in rhinestone and crystal embellishment from top to hem, the accessory strategy is straightforward: keep jewelry minimal and let the dress carry the look. Shoes: a strappy, high-heeled sandal in metallic — gold, silver, or clear — works with every colorway. Avoid a shoe that competes heavily with the embellishment; you want the eye to travel up to the dress, not down to the foot. A classic pointed-toe pump in a matching or neutral tone also works well. Minimum heel height of 3 to 4 inches is recommended to get the train and slit proportions right. Jewelry: because the entire dress surface reads as embellishment, adding heavy jewelry on top creates visual noise rather than polish. Small drop earrings or simple studs in crystal or the metal tone of your colorway are the most effective choice. Skip the necklace — the sweetheart neckline and sheer plunge panel are designed to be the focal point of the top half, and a necklace will interrupt that line. A thin bracelet or cuff is fine if you want something on the wrist. Hair: an updo exposes the open back, which is the most dramatic element of this gown. If you want the back to read fully, an updo or half-up style that clears the back entirely is the stronger choice. Loose hair covers the open back and changes the silhouette significantly.
We ship PS26013 from our warehouses in Los Angeles and New York, with Canadian orders fulfilled from our Toronto location. Standard delivery takes 7 to 12 business days from order confirmation. If you have a specific event date, place your order as early as possible to leave time for any alterations after the dress arrives.
Rush shipping is available — contact us when you order and we will confirm the fastest realistic option for your location. US and Canadian customers pay no duties or import fees. We ship internationally as well, with full tracking on every order regardless of destination.
Our team inspects every dress before it leaves the warehouse, so what arrives has already been checked for quality. If you have a tight timeline or questions about delivery windows for a specific event date, reach out to us directly and we will give you a straight answer about what is feasible. Text us at +1 416-536-2956 or WhatsApp us at +1 213-868-3131 — we are an authorized Portia and Scarlett retailer with over 40 years in the business and we know how to get dresses where they need to be on time.