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Portia and Scarlett PS26822C V-Neck Beaded Mini Dress
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Description
About the Dress: Portia and Scarlett PS26822C
Portia and Scarlett PS26822C is a short, fully beaded mini dress built for maximum impact. It features a v-neckline with thin straps, floral appliqués set into the beading across the entire dress, and a completely open back down to the waist. Every inch of the fabric — from the bodice to the hem — is covered in beads, sequins, and dimensional floral appliqués, so the dress catches light from every angle. It is available in Pink, Ice Blue, and Ivory/Silver in sizes 00 through 16.
Fit & Silhouette
PS26822C is a fitted silhouette that hugs the body through the bust, waist, and hips from top to hem. The dress is short — hitting mid-thigh — with no slit. Thin straps sit at the shoulders and cross at the open back, holding the dress securely in place even when you're on the dance floor. The fitted cut is designed to follow your natural shape closely, so sizing true to your measurements is the right approach. Portia and Scarlett cuts this style in standard sizing from 00 to 16.
Fabric & Detail
The entire surface of PS26822C is covered in beading and sequins — this is a fully beaded dress with no plain fabric showing. Dimensional floral appliqués are worked into the beaded surface throughout, adding texture and depth beyond a standard sequin finish. The thin straps are also beaded to match. The open back is clean and bare, with the straps crossing just above the waistline. The beading is dense and even, giving the dress a solid, well-constructed feel rather than a lightweight costume finish.
Key Features
- Fully beaded from top to bottom — bodice and skirt both covered
- Dimensional floral appliqués set into the beaded surface
- V-neckline with thin beaded straps
- Open back down to the waist, straps crossing at the back
- Short fitted silhouette, no slit
- Available in Pink, Ice Blue, and Ivory/Silver
- Sizes 00, 0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16
Style & Occasion
Portia and Scarlett PS26822C is a strong choice for homecoming, cocktail parties, semi-formal events, and after-prom. The short fitted silhouette and fully beaded surface make it one of the most eye-catching options in its category — this dress is designed to stand out on a dance floor or at a cocktail reception. Pink reads warm and vivid in person with a rose-gold shimmer to the beading; Ice Blue is cooler and more silvery, with a crisp, fresh effect under venue lighting; Ivory/Silver is the most neutral and pairs easily with metallic accessories. Any of the three colorways photographs well. Style it with a strappy heel and minimal jewelry — the beading and floral detail do the work. A small clutch in a metallic or matching tone completes the look. Marlas Fashions is an authorized Portia and Scarlett retailer with over 40 years in the business, and every dress is inspected before it ships.
Size & fit
- Fitted. Bust, waist and hips all matter. Go by your largest measurement.
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- Arrives in 7–12 business days, or 4–6 with Express (+$35).
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PS26822C does not have a built-in bra or structured cups. It's a fully beaded fitted mini with thin straps and an open back, which rules out most traditional bra options. Here's what actually works with this dress. Because the back is open down to the waist and the straps cross at the back, a standard bra — including most strapless bras — will show. Your best options are fashion tape used strategically across the chest lining, or silicone adhesive cups. Silicone cups (sometimes called stick-on bras or nu bras) sit inside the dress against your skin with no straps and no back, so they disappear completely with this silhouette. They come in a full range of sizes and work well under fitted, fully beaded styles because there's no bunching. If you need more coverage or lift than silicone cups provide, a few other approaches work. A plunge-style bodysuit in a skin-matching tone can work if the leg opening sits high enough to stay hidden under the short hem — try it on before the event to confirm. Some customers also use strong fashion tape at the neckline in combination with silicone cups for extra security when dancing. For underwear under a short fitted dress, seamless underwear or a thong in your skin tone is the right call. Visible panty lines under fully beaded fabric read clearly, so this is worth thinking through before the event. The dress does have an internal skirt lining, which provides some coverage and helps the fabric sit smoothly against the body. The beaded outer layer is attached to this lining, so the dress holds its shape without needing a lot of undergarment structure beneath it. Fit matters a lot for how much support you get from the dress itself. When PS26822C fits correctly through the bust — snug but not pulling — the lining holds the shape in place reasonably well on its own for most cup sizes. If you're between sizes, sizing down (and having the dress adjusted if needed at the waist) tends to give a cleaner fit through the bodice than sizing up. If you're unsure which approach will work for your body, our concierge team is happy to talk through it with you before you order. Text or WhatsApp us at the number in the contact section and we'll give you a straight answer based on the specific fit you're working with.
Portia and Scarlett PS26822C is designed for homecoming, cocktail parties, semi-formal events, and after-prom. Here's an honest breakdown of how it reads at each of those settings so you can decide if it's right for your specific event. Homecoming is the primary fit for this dress. It's short, fully beaded, and fitted — exactly the silhouette that works on a homecoming dance floor. The floral appliqué detail gives it a slightly more polished look than a plain sequin mini, and the open back keeps it modern. If your school's homecoming has a dress code, confirm that mini length and open backs are within the guidelines before ordering, since code requirements vary. Cocktail parties and semi-formal events are a natural fit as well. The beading and floral detail read formal enough for an upscale cocktail reception, and the fitted short silhouette fits the dress code for most semi-formal occasions. This is a dress people notice — it's not a background piece — so it works best at events where that level of statement dressing is expected or welcome. After-prom is another strong fit. After-prom events tend to be casual-to-semi-formal in dress code but high-energy, and a fully beaded mini holds up well on that spectrum. The straps and fitted construction also mean it stays in place through a long night of activity better than a strapless style might. A few things worth knowing before you wear it: the open back is dramatic and genuine — the whole back is bare down to the waist, so posture matters and what you wear underneath needs to account for that (see the undergarments FAQ above). The fully beaded surface is also a commitment — this dress reads as an event dress, not an understated cocktail option. It photographs exceptionally well under event lighting. What this dress is not suitable for: school dances with conservative dress codes restricting back exposure or mini length, or any event where the specific venue or host has restrictions on heavily embellished or body-conscious styling. When in doubt about a specific event's requirements, check with the event organizer before purchasing. If you're on the fence about whether this dress fits your specific occasion, our team is glad to help you think it through before you commit to an order.
Yes, PS26822C can be altered, but there are a few things to know before you book a seamstress. The dress is fully beaded from top to bottom, which means hemming it is more involved than hemming a plain fabric dress. Shortening the hem requires removing and reattaching beading and sequins along the cut line, which takes skill and time. Any experienced bridal or formal wear seamstress can do this, but make sure you tell them upfront that it's a fully beaded style so they can quote you accurately and set aside enough time. Lengthening the hem is not possible — there's no extra fabric at the bottom to let out. If you need the dress longer than it currently is, this is not the right style. For height: PS26822C is a short dress and is designed to hit at mid-thigh on a standard fit model. If you're petite — roughly 5'4" and under — it may land shorter on you than you expect. Try it on with the heels you plan to wear before deciding whether to hem it. If you're taller, it may sit slightly higher on the thigh, which many customers prefer for this silhouette. Taking in the sides or adjusting the waist is possible but needs care given the beaded surface. Work with a seamstress who has handled beaded or sequin formal wear before, and allow at least two to three weeks before your event to allow time for a fitting and any adjustments.
PS26822C is a fitted beaded mini, so comfort works a little differently than it does in a flowy dress. Here's what to expect honestly. The fitted silhouette hugs your body closely from top to hem. Movement is comfortable for walking, standing, and dancing — the short length means your legs have full freedom of motion, and there's no train or skirt volume to manage. The beaded fabric has a slight firmness to it because of the bead weight, but it's not stiff or restrictive. The thin straps keep the dress in place well. Because the back is open and the straps cross, there's no back structure to shift around — the dress tends to stay put when sized correctly. That said, if you're planning to dance all night, make sure the dress fits snugly through the bust. A loose fit at the top will shift more than a fitted one. Beaded fabric is heavier than plain fabric, and you'll notice the dress has some weight to it. For most wearers this isn't a problem, but if you're sensitive to heavy garments or plan to wear the dress for six or more hours straight, it's worth knowing. Footwear matters for comfort in a fitted mini. A heel you can actually walk in for hours will make the whole experience better — this dress works great with a strappy block heel or a lower stiletto rather than an extreme platform.
Color accuracy is one of the most common questions we get, and it's especially relevant for fully beaded dresses because the beads and sequins reflect light differently depending on the environment. Pink in person reads as a warm, medium-intensity pink with a rose-gold shimmer when hit by venue or stage lighting. In photos taken under flash or bright event lighting, it can appear slightly brighter or more saturated than it looks in a dressing room under natural light. It's a true pink — not coral, not blush — and photographs very well. Ice Blue is a cool, silvery blue that looks crisp and clear in person. Under venue lighting it picks up silver and cool-white tones in the beading. It tends to look similar in photos to how it looks in person — the cool tone doesn't shift as dramatically as warmer colors do under flash. Ivory/Silver is the most neutral of the three. It reads as a warm off-white with silver sequin shimmer. It's a good choice if you want the dress to feel less color-forward and more about the texture and silhouette. It's also the easiest to pair with accessories since it goes with gold, silver, and rose gold equally well. If you're torn between colorways, think about your venue lighting. Warm amber or gold venue lighting flatters Pink and Ivory/Silver most. Cool white or blue-tinted lighting brings out Ice Blue. All three photograph well on camera.
Fully beaded dresses require specific care to keep them looking right, and PS26822C is no exception. For cleaning, dry clean only. Do not machine wash or hand wash a fully beaded dress — the water and agitation will damage the beading, loosen appliqués, and distort the lining. Take it to a dry cleaner who has experience with beaded or embellished formal wear and let them know upfront about the floral appliqués. After the event, have it cleaned before long-term storage even if it looks clean — body oils and invisible stains set over time and become permanent. For storage, hang it in a breathable garment bag rather than folding it. Folding a fully beaded dress puts pressure on the beads and can cause them to crack or the threads to loosen at the fold lines. If you must fold it for transport, lay it flat in a hard-sided suitcase with tissue paper between the folds, and unpack it as soon as you arrive. For travel specifically: beaded dresses travel best flat. If you're flying, put it in your carry-on or a hard suitcase rather than a soft bag that gets compressed in overhead storage. When you unpack it at your destination, hang it in the bathroom while you shower — the steam from a hot shower helps release any minor wrinkles in the lining without touching the beads directly.
Because PS26822C is fully beaded with floral appliqués, the dress already carries a lot of visual detail. The goal with accessories is to complement rather than compete. For shoes, a strappy heeled sandal in metallic silver, gold, or nude works best with the short fitted silhouette. A pointed-toe stiletto in a matching color to the dress is also a strong choice. Block heels work well if you're planning to dance — they give you more stability over a long night without sacrificing height. Avoid shoes with heavy embellishment or thick straps, since the dress is already doing a lot of work and a simpler shoe frames the leg better. For jewelry, keep it minimal. The beading and floral detail are the focal point, so stacking necklaces or large statement earrings tend to feel like too much. A pair of simple drop earrings or small hoops in silver or gold, and a thin bracelet or cuff, is usually the right balance. If your colorway is Pink, rose gold jewelry is a natural complement. Ice Blue pairs well with silver. Ivory/Silver is flexible with either. For a bag, a small beaded or metallic clutch keeps the look cohesive. Match the metal tone of the clutch to your shoes for a pulled-together finish.
Marlas Fashions ships from warehouses in Los Angeles and New York. Standard delivery takes 7 to 12 business days from the time your order is placed. Rush shipping is available if you need the dress faster — contact us before ordering to confirm availability and rush options for your specific date. For customers in Canada, orders ship from our Toronto location with no duties charged. US orders also ship duty-free. International orders ship worldwide with full tracking provided on every shipment. If you have a specific event date in mind, we recommend ordering as early as possible to allow time for delivery and any alterations you may want to make. If your event is within four weeks, reach out to us first so we can confirm the dress can reach you in time before you place the order. We would rather tell you the honest timeline upfront than have you stressed about delivery. Call or text our Toronto boutique at 416-536-2956 and our stylists will help you find your perfect dress.