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Portia and Scarlett PS27102 Halter V-Neck Fitted Lace Gown
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Description
About the Dress: Portia and Scarlett PS27102
The Portia and Scarlett PS27102 is a long halter-neck deep-V lace gown with a fitted silhouette, an open back, a front high slit, and a small satin ribbon waist belt. The bodice features a sheer illusion panel with visible vertical boning channels that hold the fit firmly in place. This is a bold, confident gown built for prom, formal galas, and evening events where you want to make a real entrance.
Fit & Silhouette
PS27102 runs fitted from the neckline straight through the hips, then fans out into a slight flare at the hem with a small train. The fit is close and contoured — it hugs the bust, waist, and hips throughout. The built-in boning in the bodice gives structure and keeps everything in line without needing additional shapewear underneath. The halter ties behind the neck, allowing some adjustment at the top. The high slit at the front gives freedom of movement and adds a dramatic leg line. If you are between sizes, size up rather than down — a gown this fitted is easier to take in than to let out.
Fabric & Detail
The gown is constructed in lace, which has a delicate surface texture across the full length. The black colorway has a glitter or shimmer quality in the lace that catches the light; the other colorways — Light Blue, Pink, Red, and Teal — appear in a matte lace finish. The sheer illusion bodice panel sits at the chest with visible boning running vertically beneath it, giving a structured, corset-style appearance. A narrow satin ribbon belt sits at the waist and adds a clean accent line between the bodice and skirt. The hem carries a small train at the back.
Key Features
- Long fitted lace gown — Portia and Scarlett PS27102
- Deep-V halter neckline with open back
- Sheer illusion bodice panel with vertical boning channels
- Front high slit for movement and drama
- Small satin ribbon waist belt
- Small train at the hem
- Available in Black, Light Blue, Pink, Red, and Teal
- Sleeveless; halter ties at the neck
Style & Occasion
Portia and Scarlett PS27102 is designed for prom, formal dances, evening galas, and events where a striking, fitted gown is the right call. The deep-V halter, open back, and high front slit make this a very bold silhouette — it suits someone who wants a gown that stands out rather than blends in. For styling, keep accessories minimal: a simple drop earring or a delicate chain works well against the open back and halter neck. Avoid chunky necklaces — the halter tie and neckline detail do the work on their own. The Black colorway gives the most dramatic, high-contrast look. Light Blue and Pink read softer and more romantic. Red and Teal are vivid options that photograph very well under event lighting. All five colorways are available; contact us if you need guidance choosing between them.
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 PS27102 Halter V-Neck Fitted Lace Gown with High Slit
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The PS27102 stands out because it combines several design elements that most fitted lace gowns keep separate. You get a deep-V halter neckline, a fully open back, a front high slit, and a structured boned corset bodice — all in one gown. Most lace prom dresses do one or two of those things. This one does all four at once, which is what makes it look so impactful on the floor.
The bodice construction is worth calling out specifically. The sheer illusion panel at the chest has visible vertical boning channels running through it. That is not just decorative — those boning channels are doing real structural work. They hold the bodice rigid so the gown stays in place and shapes itself to your torso without you having to worry about it shifting during the night. A lot of lace gowns at this price point are unlined or lightly boned; the PS27102 is genuinely structured.
The silhouette itself is a close fitted cut from the halter all the way through the hips, with a slight flare and train at the hem. The high slit at the front opens up the leg line and makes movement natural. In a gown this fitted, a slit is not just a style choice — it actually lets you walk and dance properly.
The halter design means the entire back is open. The ties sit behind the neck and the back of the gown drops away completely. That is the most dramatic back exposure you can get in a formal gown, and it is a deliberate design statement. If you have seen the standard fitted lace gowns with a lace-up or zipper back, this is a completely different look.
The satin ribbon waist belt is a small detail but it makes a visible difference — it defines the waist against the lace and gives a clear separation between bodice and skirt. It keeps the silhouette looking intentional rather than just a single stretch of fabric.
Finally, the color range is broad. Five colorways are offered — Black, Light Blue, Pink, Red, and Teal — and each reads quite differently. The Black has a glitter or shimmer quality in the lace. The others are in a matte lace finish. That means the same gown can look glamorous and high-contrast in Black or soft and romantic in Pink or Light Blue, so you are not locked into one mood with this style.
The PS27102 is best suited to prom, formal dances, evening galas, and events where a bold, show-stopping gown is appropriate. It is built for high-visibility occasions — the kind where you want the gown to be remembered.
Prom is the natural primary event for this style. The combination of lace, fitted silhouette, open back, and high slit hits exactly the look that prom is built around. It works for both traditional venue-based proms and outdoor or alternative format events. Formal dances and end-of-year galas are the same category and this gown fits both equally well.
Evening events — black tie dinners, charity galas, award ceremonies, opening nights — are a strong match. The train, the structured bodice, and the lace fabric all read as genuinely formal. This is not a cocktail dress trying to stretch into formal territory; it is a full-length formal gown that happens to be very bold.
Pageant and competition contexts suit the silhouette and drama of this gown as well, particularly for evening wear rounds.
For wedding guest occasions, it suits evening receptions and black-tie events best, where bold formal gowns are welcomed. The deep-V plunge, fully open back, and high front slit place it firmly in the category of very bold formal wear. You can reach us by text at +1 416-536-2956 or on WhatsApp at +1 213-868-3131 — we are happy to look at the event details with you and give a straight recommendation.
The PS27102 has a halter tie at the back of the neck. Two fabric ties come up from the top of the bodice, go around the back of the neck, and tie behind it. There is no zipper or lace-up closure on this gown — the halter tie is the only fastening at the top.
This gives you some real-world adjustability. If your neck is longer or shorter, or if you want the neckline to sit slightly higher or lower on the chest, you can adjust that by how tightly you tie the halter. Tying it higher brings the bodice up slightly; tying it lower lets the neckline plunge a bit more. It is a useful degree of flexibility that a traditional strapless or zip-back gown does not give you.
The boned corset bodice holds the fit at the bust and waist independently of the tie. Once the bodice is on and sitting correctly against your torso, the boning does the structural work. The halter tie is mainly securing the neckline position and keeping the upper bodice from gaping — it is not carrying the weight of the gown on its own.
Because the back is completely open — no lace, no fabric panel — the tie is a visible design element as well as a functional one. How you tie it affects the look. A neat bow or a flat knot lies flush against the neck; a longer tie can hang slightly. Ask your seamstress or stylist to help you set it before the event so it sits exactly where you want it.
If you are concerned about the fit at the bust specifically, the boning inside the bodice typically holds well, but getting a seamstress to take in or let out the side seams at the bust is a straightforward alteration if needed after you receive the gown.
The PS27102 comes in five colorways — Black, Light Blue, Pink, Red, and Teal — so there is enough range to build a coordinated group look without everyone being in the same shade.
One approach that works well is to put the main person in Black and have court or damas members in two complementary colors from the range — Light Blue and Pink together read as a soft, cohesive grouping, or Teal and Red give a more vivid contrast. Black anchors the palette and reads as distinct without clashing against any of the other four.
Another option is to let multiple people wear the same gown in different colors — since PS27102 is the same silhouette across all colorways, the group looks coordinated through the gown shape even if the colors vary. This works especially well if the group wants a modern, editorial-style photo rather than a traditional all-matching look.
If you want the group to be in a single color, Black and Red photograph the most dramatically under event lighting. Light Blue and Pink work beautifully in natural or warm indoor light and tend to render well in photos without adjustments. Teal can look different between venue light and flash photography — it tends to shift slightly greener under flash — so if consistent photos matter, test it in the actual venue lighting if possible.
The PS27102 runs true to size in most cases, but because the silhouette is closely fitted through the bust, waist, and hips, the fit is less forgiving than a gown with a looser skirt. If your measurements are between two sizes, order the larger size. It is easier and less expensive for a seamstress to take in a fitted gown than to let it out.
Use the Portia and Scarlett size chart as your guide — measure your bust, waist, and hips in inches and match all three measurements. If your bust and hips land in different sizes, go by whichever measurement is larger and have the other adjusted by a local seamstress. The boned corset bodice can be taken in at the sides without disrupting the structure, and the skirt can be taken in through the hips if needed.
For height, the gown is designed for approximately 5'7" to 5'9" with heels. If you are shorter, the hem and train will need to be hemmed — budget for that alteration when you order. If you are taller, the length is likely to work well without adjustment.
Allow time after you receive the gown for at least one fitting appointment. Do not leave alterations until the last week before the event.
The combination of a fully open back and a deep-V halter neckline rules out most conventional bras. A standard back strap will show and does not work with this gown.
The boned corset bodice provides genuine built-in support at the bust, so most people wearing this gown do not need additional undergarments for support at the chest. The boning holds the bodice rigid and the halter tie secures the neckline. For average to smaller bust sizes, the gown is typically worn with no additional bra.
For larger bust sizes or for those who want extra security, adhesive bra cups — the kind with a center clasp — are the practical option. These attach directly to the skin and have no back strap, so they work cleanly under this neckline. Make sure the adhesive cups you choose sit within the edges of the V neckline so they remain invisible from the front.
For the lower body, seamless underwear or a thong in a matching or skin-tone color works well under the fitted lace skirt. Avoid anything with a heavy waistband or visible line, as the lace fabric shows texture from beneath and shaped underwear edges can transfer through.
Bring the actual undergarments you plan to wear to any fitting appointments — the fit of the bodice against your torso changes depending on what is underneath.
Portia and Scarlett PS27102 ships from Marlas Fashions' 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 gown faster — contact us to confirm what is in stock and which rush options apply to your location.
We ship to the United States, Canada, and internationally. US and Canadian customers pay no import duties or customs fees. Canadian orders ship from our Toronto warehouse. International orders are shipped with full tracking and include insurance.
When you receive your order, open the package promptly and hang the gown immediately. Inspect it in natural light to confirm the color, condition, and size before booking any tailoring appointments. If anything does not look right when you open the box, contact us right away — do not schedule alterations before confirming the gown is correct.
If you have a firm event date, share it with us when you order and we can confirm whether standard shipping gives you enough lead time or whether rush service makes sense for your timeline.
Marlas Fashions accepts returns and exchanges on unworn, unaltered gowns in original condition. If you need to return your PS27102, you have three options: store credit that never expires, an exchange for a different size or color, or a refund with a 30% restocking fee deducted.
Store credit is the most flexible option and the one most customers choose — it carries no expiry date, so you can use it toward any future purchase without time pressure.
If you want to exchange for a different size or colorway, contact us as soon as you receive the gown. The sooner you act, the more likely the size or color you need is still in stock.
For a refund, the 30% restocking fee applies to all returned gowns. This covers the cost of inspection and restocking. The fee is deducted from the original purchase price and the remainder is returned to your original payment method.
Gowns must be returned in the condition in which they arrived — tags attached, not worn, not altered, and free of damage. Gowns that have been altered or worn to an event cannot be returned. If you have any questions about whether your gown qualifies for return before you send it back, contact us first.