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Portia and Scarlett PS27078 Fitted Glitter Gown
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Description
About the Dress: Portia and Scarlett PS27078
Portia and Scarlett PS27078 is a long fitted gown built for prom and pageant. The silhouette hugs the body from the sweetheart neckline all the way through the hips, then releases into a slight flare at the hem with a full train. The bodice features a deep sweetheart neckline edged in lace and floral appliqués with beading, thin shoulder straps for support, and lace side panels that frame the waist. The skirt is cut from a stretch glitter knit that catches light from every angle, and the front carries a dramatic high slit. The back is fully open from the shoulder straps down to the waist.
Fit & Silhouette
PS27078 is a true fitted gown. The stretch glitter knit fabric conforms closely to the bust, waist, and hips without adding bulk. The lace side panels on the bodice are cut to follow the natural curve of the torso, which keeps the shape clean and precise. The fitted silhouette continues through the skirt, with the high front slit providing room to walk and move. The train at the hem extends the line of the dress and adds presence when you walk. Thin straps sit over the shoulders rather than against the neck, keeping the open back fully exposed. This silhouette works best when the dress is sized to fit snugly through the hip — not loose. If you are between sizes, size down rather than up to keep the fitted line intact.
Fabric & Detail
The base fabric is a stretch glitter jersey knit — a fabric that stretches comfortably, holds its shape through a long night, and reflects light continuously without needing sequins or separate embellishment. Lace appliqué panels run along the sides of the bodice and frame the sweetheart neckline. The lace is layered over the glitter knit rather than used as a standalone fabric, so the overall effect is textured rather than sheer. Floral appliqués sit along the neckline edge and are accented with beading that adds dimension and catches directional light. The skirt fabric is the same stretch glitter knit as the bodice, which keeps the dress reading as one cohesive piece rather than a mixed-media construction. The train is cut as an extension of the skirt hem rather than a separate attachment.
Key Features
- Long fitted silhouette in stretch glitter jersey knit
- Deep sweetheart neckline with lace trim, floral appliqués, and beading
- Thin shoulder straps with lace side panels on the bodice
- Fully open back from strap line to waist
- Front high slit for ease of movement
- Sweep train at the hem
- Available in Chocolate and Burgundy
Style & Occasion
Portia and Scarlett PS27078 is photographed in Chocolate — a deep warm brown with golden glitter undertones that photographs richly and reads as bold in person. The dress is also available in Burgundy, which deepens the glitter tones into a jewel-toned red-violet and suits cooler complexions particularly well. Both colorways are strong choices for prom, where the fitted silhouette and open back make a clear statement. The high front slit and fully open back position this gown toward pageant and high-impact formal events rather than conservative occasions. Style it with strappy heeled sandals or pointed pumps, minimal jewelry at the ears, and hair worn up to keep the open back fully visible. A simple clutch in a metallic tone complements the glitter surface without competing with the lace detail.
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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Portia and Scarlett PS27078 Fitted Glitter Gown with Floral Appliqués
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Frequently Asked Questions
The stretch glitter jersey knit that makes up most of PS27078 has real give to it. It is not a stiff structured fabric — it moves with the body rather than fighting it. The fitted cut through the hips does mean the dress sits close, but because the fabric stretches, you are not locked in the way you would be with a non-stretch satin or heavy mikado. The high front slit is the key design feature that makes dancing and movement genuinely practical. It opens from approximately mid-thigh upward and gives your legs full range of motion. Without that slit, a dress this fitted would be very difficult to walk in quickly or take wide steps. With it, you can move, dance, and go up and down stairs without a problem.
The open back does not restrict movement — it is purely a styling feature. The shoulder straps are thin but positioned to stay in place if the dress fits correctly through the bust. If the straps shift or slide, that is a sign the dress needs to be taken in slightly at the bust or the straps shortened, which a tailor can do quickly.
For footwear, heels between 3 and 4 inches are practical for a full evening in this dress. The train at the hem adds length, so if you plan to dance for most of the night, consider a heel height that keeps the hem from dragging excessively. Pointed pumps or strappy heeled sandals both work well and do not compete visually with the glitter fabric.
If you run warm, the open back is a genuine comfort advantage — the exposed back allows airflow that covered gowns do not. The glitter knit is not a heavy fabric, so the overall feel is lighter than it looks in photos. Most customers who have danced in fitted glitter gowns of this construction find them very manageable through a full evening as long as the fit is accurate through the hips and the slit gives enough clearance. The main thing to avoid is sizing up to get more room — a loose fitted gown billows awkwardly rather than giving you more freedom. If anything, size down slightly if you are between sizes, and let the fabric do the stretching.
PS27078 is designed for high-impact events where the dress is the statement. Prom is the primary context — the fitted silhouette, open back, high slit, and train are all features that read as prom-appropriate and photograph extremely well in prom settings. The glitter fabric shows up brilliantly in both flash photography and ambient venue lighting, so the dress translates well across different kinds of prom environments.
Pageant is the second strong context. The combination of a fully embellished glitter surface, a trained hem, a deep sweetheart neckline, and a fully open back puts this gown firmly in Miss Universe territory. It has the kind of presence and scale that pageant judging calls for. If you are competing in teen, regional, or national pageants, PS27078 has the right combination of drama and polish.
For any event that calls for a fully exposed back, the dress is appropriate wherever that level of exposure is acceptable. That includes certain galas, formal charity events, and high-fashion evenings where the dress code is creative black tie or formal.
There are events where this dress is not the right choice. As a wedding guest, this dress suits evening and black-tie receptions best, where its fully open back and deep sweetheart neckline fit naturally into a formal, after-dark atmosphere. It is not suited for mother-of-the-bride or mother-of-the-groom roles. It would not be appropriate for conservative formal contexts such as military balls, confirmation ceremonies, or bat mitzvahs, where coverage and modesty expectations are different.
The Chocolate colorway reads as bold and warm in person — it is a rich deep brown with golden glitter that feels confident rather than neutral. The Burgundy colorway is a deep jewel-toned red-violet that works well under event lighting. Both colors read as formal rather than casual, so neither is a safe choice for a semi-formal or business-adjacent event where a heavily embellished long gown would feel out of place.
If you are deciding between this dress and a similar long fitted gown for an event that is not clearly prom or pageant, the test is the open back. If the venue and event code allow a fully exposed back, this dress fits. If the setting calls for more coverage, a different silhouette would serve you better.
The Chocolate colorway in PS27078 photographs as a deep warm brown, but in person it reads warmer and more complex than most photos show. The stretch glitter jersey base carries golden and bronze undertones that activate under event lighting and flash photography. In daylight or cool-tone indoor lighting, it reads as a rich chocolate brown. Under warm venue lighting — which most prom and event spaces use — it shifts noticeably toward bronze and cognac. If you have warm or olive skin tones, Chocolate tends to be a very strong choice because the warm gold undertones in the glitter complement those complexions. If you have cool or very fair skin, Burgundy is typically the better fit.
Burgundy is not currently photographed in the product listing, which means you are working from the color name and general knowledge of how Burgundy translates in glitter fabrics. In this construction, Burgundy typically reads as a deep red-violet — more wine than red, with cool undertones. The glitter in a Burgundy colorway usually carries silver or rose-gold undertones depending on the dye lot, so it can shift from jewel-toned to slightly warm depending on the light. If exact color match matters for your event — such as coordinating with a partner's tie or a damas group — we strongly recommend requesting a swatch or reaching out before ordering.
Stretch glitter jersey is more durable than it looks but still requires careful handling. Do not machine wash PS27078. The glitter coating on the fabric and the lace appliqué panels with beading are not designed for agitation cycles. If the dress needs cleaning after the event, take it to a dry cleaner with experience in beaded and embellished formal gowns. Let them know the fabric is a stretch glitter knit with lace overlays and beading so they treat it accordingly rather than using a standard gown program.
For spot cleaning minor marks immediately after the event, use a clean damp cloth and blot — never rub. Rubbing glitter fabrics causes the coating to lift unevenly.
For storage, hang the dress on a padded hanger in a cool, dry space away from direct light. The glitter fabric can show creasing if folded and left compressed, so hanging is preferred over folding into a box. If you need to transport it, lay it flat in a garment bag with tissue paper under the lace panels to prevent the appliqués from catching and pulling. Keep the train from bunching by letting it hang or drape loosely rather than folding it under the main body of the dress.
The glitter surface and lace appliqué detail in PS27078 are strong enough that minimal accessories are the right approach. For shoes, strappy heeled sandals in gold, bronze, or champagne work well with the Chocolate colorway. For Burgundy, silver or rose gold metallic sandals complement the cool jewel tone without competing with it. Pointed stiletto pumps in a matching or tonal color also work cleanly with the fitted silhouette. Avoid chunky platform styles — they shorten the line of the leg and visually interrupt the sleek fitted shape of the dress.
For jewelry, the open back and the exposed shoulders mean a necklace is not a straightforward choice. Because the sweetheart neckline already has lace trim and floral appliqués with beading, adding a statement necklace creates visual competition in the same zone. Stud earrings or small drop earrings in gold or crystal are cleaner choices that let the neckline detail read without distraction. If you want something with more presence at the ears, a chandelier earring in a single metal tone works well with the hair worn up.
A small clutch in a metallic tone — gold for Chocolate, silver or burgundy for Burgundy — completes the look without introducing a new color. Keep clutch hardware simple so it does not distract from the glitter fabric.
Marlas Fashions ships PS27078 from warehouses in Los Angeles, New York, and Toronto. Standard delivery takes 7 to 12 business days from the date your order is placed. Rush processing is available if you need the dress sooner — contact us at the time of ordering to confirm rush availability for your specific timeline.
US customers ship from the LA or NY warehouse depending on inventory allocation, and there are no duties or additional customs fees. Canadian customers ship from the Toronto warehouse, also with no duties. International orders ship from the US warehouses with full tracking included. All orders come with a tracked shipping method so you can monitor the package from dispatch to delivery.
If your event date is within three weeks, reach out before ordering so we can confirm stock and shipping speed for your location. We process and dispatch orders quickly, but lead time depends on current inventory levels and your destination. For time-sensitive orders, direct contact is the fastest way to get accurate delivery confirmation.
Text us at +1 416-536-2956 or WhatsApp +1 213-868-3131 and a member of our concierge team will confirm availability and estimated delivery for your location and event date.
Marlas Fashions accepts returns on PS27078 with three options: store credit that never expires, a direct exchange for a different size or style, or a refund with a 30% restocking fee deducted from the original purchase price. The restocking fee applies to refunds only — store credit and exchanges do not carry the fee.
To be eligible for return, the dress must be in its original unworn condition with tags attached. Returns that show signs of wear, alterations, or missing tags are not accepted. If you are ordering to try the dress on at home before committing, keep all packaging and tags intact until you are certain.
If you are deciding between two sizes or two colorways, ordering both and returning the one that does not work is a reasonable approach given the store credit option — you retain the full value of the returned dress as a credit with no time pressure on when to use it.
For specific return instructions and to initiate a return, contact us through the website or by text or WhatsApp. Processing times for returns vary by shipping origin, but store credit is issued promptly once the returned item is received and inspected.
PS27078 works well on tall and long-torso frames because the fitted silhouette, high slit, and train all benefit from height to read at their best proportion. The dress is designed to be worn with heels, which extend the leg line further and keep the train at the correct angle.
For hourglass and pear shapes, the stretch glitter knit is a strong choice because it follows the body's natural curve rather than fighting it. The sweetheart neckline draws attention to the chest and décolleté, while the lace side panels at the waist create visual definition. The high slit introduces an asymmetrical line that balances a wider hip area.
For more rectangular or athletic frames, the lace side panels and the contrast between the bodice detail and the clean glitter skirt create the appearance of curve through the waist and hip. The fitted silhouette works best here when the dress is snug rather than loose — a loose fitted gown does not create curves, it hides them.
PS27078 is not available in extended sizes. If you are between sizes in the standard range, size down rather than up for the fitted cut to read correctly. If you need specific measurements, the product page includes a size chart, and our team can help you determine the best size based on your bust, waist, and hip measurements before you order.