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Portia and Scarlett PS26117 Halter V-Neck Beaded A-Line Gown
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Description
About the Dress: Portia & Scarlett PS26117
Portia and Scarlett PS26117 is a long halter-neck a-line gown built around a deep V plunge neckline and an open back. The bodice is completely encrusted with iridescent rhinestone and bead work from the neckline all the way down. The skirt flows out in multiple tiers of glitter tulle, each tier accented with vertical bead and rhinestone stripe embellishments. A high front slit and a sweep train finish the look. This gown is available in Royal, Black, Champagne Beige, and Pink.
Fit & Silhouette
PS26117 is cut in a classic a-line silhouette — fitted through the bodice and waist, then releasing into a full, flowing tiered skirt. The halter neckline ties at the back of the neck, so you can adjust the hold and the angle of the deep V at the front. Because the fit through the upper body is structured by the beaded bodice itself rather than boning or a corset, the gown follows your natural shape without heavy internal construction. The high front slit opens at the thigh, giving you a full range of movement. The sweep train adds drama at the back without requiring a formal bustle. Portia and Scarlett PS26117 runs true to size — see the sizing FAQ below for specifics on how to measure.
Fabric & Detail
The bodice of Portia and Scarlett PS26117 is covered in hand-applied iridescent beading and rhinestone work — no plain fabric is visible on the bodice surface. The skirt is constructed from multiple tiers of glitter tulle, each layer carrying vertical stripes of bead and rhinestone embellishment so the sparkle continues from bodice to hem. The tulle itself has an iridescent, light-catching character built into the weave, which gives the skirt extra depth under both natural and stage lighting. The back is entirely open from the shoulders down past the waistline, held in place only by the halter tie at the neck.
Key Features
- Deep V halter neckline with neck-tie closure
- Fully beaded and rhinestone-encrusted bodice
- Multi-tiered glitter tulle skirt with bead stripe embellishments on every tier
- High front slit for ease of movement
- Open back with approximately 90% back exposure
- Sweep train
- Sleeveless, fully lined
- Available in Royal, Black, Champagne Beige, and Pink
Style & Occasion
The combination of a fully beaded bodice, a tiered glitter tulle skirt, a plunging open back, and a high slit makes Portia and Scarlett PS26117 a strong choice for prom, formal dances, and pageant competition. The dramatic silhouette reads well from a distance — ideal for stage lighting and photography. Royal is a bold, saturated choice that photographs with strong contrast. Black is sharp and clean under any lighting. Champagne Beige reads warm and luminous in natural light. Pink adds a softer, feminine tone while keeping the overall look glamorous. For styling, a strappy heeled sandal keeps the leg line long through the slit. Minimal jewelry lets the beadwork speak — a pair of small drop earrings or studs is all this neckline needs. Skip the wrap or shawl; the open back is a key design element of PS26117.
Size & fit
- Flowy (a-line, ballgown). Bust and waist matter most; the skirt has room for hips.
- Length: Long
- Neckline: V-Neck, Halter
- Details: Beaded, Open Back, Ruffles, Train
- Between sizes? Text a stylist and we'll help you choose.
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- 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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Portia and Scarlett PS26117 Halter V-Neck Beaded A-Line Gown with Tiered Tulle Skirt
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Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely — we want you to feel confident before committing, and our return policy is designed to make that possible. When your Portia and Scarlett PS26117 arrives, try it on the same day it is delivered. Keep the original packaging, do not remove the garment tags, and do not wear shoes while trying it on indoors. As long as the dress is in original, unaltered condition with all tags attached, you are covered.
Here is how the options work. If the dress is not right for you, you can return it for a store credit that never expires — there is no deadline on when you use it, so you can bank it toward your next purchase without pressure. You can also exchange it for a different size or style, and our team will help you identify the right match based on your measurements. If you want a refund to your original payment method, that is available too, with a 30% restocking fee deducted from the refund amount. The restocking fee reflects the cost of re-inspecting and repackaging the gown so it arrives in perfect condition for the next customer.
A few things that disqualify a return: alterations of any kind (even a single stitch), signs of wear, missing tags, or a damaged garment bag. If you are planning to have the dress hemmed or taken in, do that only after you are certain you are keeping it — alterations make the dress final sale.
For exchanges or returns, reach out to us as soon as you have tried the dress on. The sooner you contact us, the faster we can get the right dress or credit sorted for you. Our team responds quickly and can walk you through the process step by step, including how to repack the gown safely for return shipping.
If you are comparing PS26117 to another style and are not sure which to order, our concierge team can help you think through the decision before you buy — that is often easier than managing two returns. Text or WhatsApp us and we will help you narrow it down.
The Portia and Scarlett PS26117 is built for events where a bold, heavily embellished gown is expected and rewarded. The combination of a fully beaded bodice, tiered glitter tulle skirt, deep plunge V neckline, open back, and high front slit puts this gown firmly in the high-glamour category.
Prom is the primary occasion this gown is designed for. The silhouette photographs exceptionally well, the bead and rhinestone work catches stage lighting and camera flash, and the dramatic open back creates a strong visual moment from every angle. If prom court photos, a grand march, or any kind of formal presentation is part of your event, PS26117 delivers the kind of impact those moments call for.
Pageant competition is the other natural fit. The gown reads from a distance — the rhinestone bodice and bead-striped tiered skirt carry across a large stage under bright lighting. The high slit allows a natural stride and the kind of confident movement that pageant walks require. Whether you are competing at a local, regional, or national level, this level of embellishment is appropriate and competitive.
Formal dances and evening events where glamorous gowns are the norm are also well suited. If your event has a formal or black-tie dress code and you want to make a statement, PS26117 works.
For wedding guest settings with conservative or religious dress codes, the deep plunge, open back, and high slit are worth considering — this gown suits evening receptions and black-tie affairs best, where a more dramatic silhouette is welcome. It is not a conservative gown and should not be styled as one.
If you are unsure whether this level of glamour fits your specific event's dress code, consider the venue, the formality of the occasion, and whether the open back and high slit will be comfortable for the full evening. For events that run several hours with seated dinners or formal receptions, think through whether the slit and halter tie will stay comfortable throughout. For most prom and pageant contexts, PS26117 is an excellent match.
The Portia and Scarlett PS26117 has a halter-neck construction with a tie at the back of the neck — there is no zipper, no corset lacing, and no boning involved in closing the gown. The halter straps cross up from the bodice and tie at the nape of the neck, which means the fit through the bust and neckline is controlled entirely by how you tie and position those straps.
This gives you a meaningful amount of adjustability at the neckline. If you want the V to sit lower and more dramatic, you loosen the tie slightly and let the bodice settle further down. If you want more coverage or a more secure hold through the front, you pull the tie a little tighter and position the straps higher at the neck. Neither adjustment requires a seamstress — you can try different positions at home during your try-on.
The back itself is fully open, with approximately ninety percent of the back exposed from the shoulders down past the waistline. There is no closure or coverage at the back other than the halter straps running up from the shoulder blades to the neck tie. This means undergarment planning matters — you will need either a backless adhesive bra, fashion tape, or built-in cups to avoid any visible support lines. The bodice does have light internal structure from the beadwork itself, which provides some shaping, but it is not a structured corset and will not provide lift on its own without additional support.
When putting the gown on, step into it rather than pulling it over your head to protect the beadwork. Tie the halter once you have the bodice positioned correctly, and adjust while standing in your shoes to account for how heel height changes your posture and the angle of the neckline.
Yes — the Portia and Scarlett PS26117 coordinates well with group styling as long as the rest of the group is working in complementary silhouettes and color ranges. Because PS26117 is the statement piece with its fully beaded bodice and tiered glitter tulle skirt, it reads as a soloist or lead gown, which makes it a natural fit for a prom queen candidate, a pageant competitor, or a quinceañera honoree who wants to stand apart from her court.
For a damas or court group, the most effective approach is to put PS26117 on the lead person and dress the court in simpler tulle a-line gowns in a matching or tonal colorway. Royal PS26117 pairs cleanly with navy, cobalt, or a lighter periwinkle for the court. Black PS26117 pairs with charcoal, dusty rose, or champagne for the surrounding group. Champagne Beige reads beautifully next to ivory, blush, or soft gold court gowns.
The tiered tulle skirt and the rhinestone details photograph well as the visual center of a group shot — the surrounding simpler gowns frame the lead without competing. For a matching group photo where everyone wears PS26117, all four available colorways can be mixed, since the silhouette is identical across colors.
If you are coordinating a large group order, contact us before placing — we can confirm stock levels across multiple colorways and sizes, and advise on lead times for each so the full group arrives together.
Portia and Scarlett PS26117 runs true to size based on standard Portia and Scarlett sizing. The most reliable way to order is to measure your bust, natural waist, and hips and compare those numbers directly to the Portia and Scarlett size chart rather than going by your typical dress size, which can vary by two or three sizes depending on the brand. The bodice fit matters most on this gown. Because the beaded bodice is structured by the bead work itself rather than boning, it does not stretch or give the way a stretch fabric dress would. If you are between sizes in the bust, size up — a slightly larger bodice can be taken in by an alterations professional, but a too-small bodice on a fully beaded gown is very difficult and costly to let out. The waist and hip measurements are less critical on this silhouette because the a-line skirt releases from the waist with full volume in the tiered tulle — there is no fitted hip section to squeeze into below the bodice. For height, the sweep train is designed for a standard formal gown height of approximately five feet six inches to five feet eight inches in heels. If you are shorter, plan for a hem alteration at the bottom tier. If you are taller, the gown should still work well — the train length reads proportionally at greater heights.
The Portia and Scarlett PS26117 does not have a built-in bra or structured undergarment — the bodice has light shaping from the beadwork itself, but there is no underwire, no foam cups, and no corset construction inside. This means you need to plan your undergarments before the event. Because the back is fully open down to and past the waistline, and the halter neckline ties at the neck with straps that are visible, a traditional bra is not an option. The standard solutions are a backless adhesive bra (also called a sticky bra or strapless adhesive cup) applied directly to the skin before stepping into the gown, or fashion tape used to secure the bodice sides to your skin at the front. Both options are reliable for a full evening when applied correctly and with clean, dry skin. For the high slit, there is no additional undergarment consideration beyond your personal comfort preference — bike shorts or a seamless thong both work depending on what you find comfortable for dancing and movement. The halter tie at the neck carries the weight of the bodice, so make sure it is tied securely and that you test the hold by moving around, sitting, and bending before you leave the house. A small strip of fashion tape on the inside bodice edge near the V can also prevent any shifting during an active evening. Contact us directly by texting us at +1 416-536-2956 or messaging us on WhatsApp at +1 213-868-3131 - our luxury dress concierge is ready to help.
Most customers order Portia and Scarlett PS26117 in the correct size off the rack and only need a hem adjustment — full alterations to the bodice are less common because the beaded construction fits most bodies well when the right size is ordered. The sweep train is designed for a height of approximately five feet six inches to five feet eight inches when wearing four-inch heels. If you are shorter than five feet four inches, you will very likely need the bottom tier hemmed so the train does not drag on the floor during walking and dancing. Hemming a multi-tiered tulle gown requires a seamstress who is comfortable with tulle — each tier has to be cut and finished individually to preserve the layered look, so budget both time and cost accordingly. Plan to have the gown hemmed at least two to three weeks before your event. If you are taller than five feet ten inches, the gown will likely sit at a traditional train length or slightly shorter — no hem adjustment may be needed, but confirm this with a quick try-on in your event shoes before deciding. For the bodice, if you sized up to get the bust right, a local seamstress can take in the side seams slightly. Taking in a fully beaded bodice is a specialized alteration — confirm with your seamstress that they have experience with beaded gowns before committing.
The Portia and Scarlett PS26117 is designed for a full evening of wear — the a-line silhouette with the tiered tulle skirt is one of the more forgiving long gown shapes for dancing because the skirt moves freely and does not restrict your legs the way a fitted or fitted gown would. The high front slit adds to that freedom by allowing a full stride and comfortable movement on a dance floor. The halter tie at the neck is the main comfort variable. If tied too tight, it can create neck strain over a long evening. If tied too loose, the bodice may shift. The sweet spot is a firm, secure tie that feels stable without pulling — test this during your at-home try-on by sitting, bending, and moving for at least fifteen to twenty minutes before your event so you know how the tie feels after extended wear. The open back means there is nothing restrictive across the torso, which most wearers find comfortable for dancing and sitting through dinner. The beaded bodice does have some weight to it from the rhinestone and bead work, which is something to be aware of for a long event — most wearers find it manageable, but if you have any shoulder sensitivity, keep that in mind. The sweep train requires a little awareness on the dance floor — in crowded conditions, it can be stepped on.