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Portia and Scarlett PS27116 Sweetheart Sequin Fitted Gown
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Description
About the Dress: Portia and Scarlett PS27116
Portia and Scarlett PS27116 is a long strapless fitted gown built for maximum impact. The sweetheart neckline frames the bust cleanly, the fitted silhouette hugs through the waist and hips, and a dramatic front slit and sweep train complete the look. Available in Black, Blue, Pink, Yellow, and Aqua/Gold. Our Toronto stylists fit this style weekly and can advise on sizing and alterations before you order, so reach out any time.
Fit & Silhouette
PS27116 follows a true fitted silhouette: fitted through the bust, waist, and hips, then flaring out at the hem into a small sweep train. Diagonal ruching runs across the bodice into the stomach area, which draws the eye inward and creates a flattering, sculpted waistline. The strapless construction keeps the shoulders bare and the silhouette clean. A front high slit opens the skirt for ease of movement. Portia and Scarlett PS27116 is cut to show off curves from every angle.
Fabric & Detail
The gown is constructed from a lace base with a sequin surface treatment layered across it, giving the dress shimmer that catches light as you move. The lace provides structure and texture underneath while the sequins deliver the sparkle. The Black colorway carries the heaviest embellishment and has a striking, fully covered look. All colorways share the same lace-plus-sequin construction. The back is fully bare — a dramatic open back that sits strapless from neckline to hem with no coverage.
Key Features
- Strapless sweetheart neckline
- fitted silhouette fitted through hips, flaring at the hem
- Lace fabric with sequin overlay
- Diagonal ruching across bodice and stomach area
- Front high slit
- Fully open back
- Sweep train
- Available in Black, Blue, Pink, Yellow, Aqua/Gold
Style & Occasion
Portia and Scarlett PS27116 is built for high-formality events where you want to make a statement. It is a strong choice for prom, a black-tie gala, a formal evening event, or any occasion where a long embellished gown is expected. The open back and front slit make this a bold, fashion-forward pick rather than a conservative one — it works best when the dress is meant to be the focal point of the night. Style it with minimal jewelry to let the sequin lace surface do the work, or stack fine chains against the open back for contrast. Strappy heeled sandals or metallic pumps both work well with the front slit. The sweep train photographs beautifully, making PS27116 a great choice if you want dramatic full-length shots.
Size & fit
- Fitted. Bust, waist and hips all matter. Go by your largest measurement.
- 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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We offer rush options where you can receive your dress within 4–6 business days. Text us at +1 416-536-2956 before ordering and we’ll confirm the fastest possible delivery date.
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- 100% store credit, a one-time exchange, or a refund (30% restocking fee).
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You must notify us of a return within 5 days of delivery (including weekends and holidays — we are open 7 days a week).
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Portia and Scarlett PS27116 is a formal, high-embellishment gown designed for high-formality events. The combination of a fully open back, front slit, and lace-plus-sequin construction means it reads as a statement evening gown rather than a conservative or semi-formal dress. Here is how it fits different occasions.
Prom is the primary occasion this dress is designed for. The dramatic silhouette, sweep train, and heavy embellishment are exactly what prom-season gowns are built around. Whether your prom has a black-tie dress code or a more general formal guideline, PS27116 fits both comfortably.
Black-tie galas and formal evening events are also a strong fit. If you are attending a charity gala, an awards ceremony, a formal fundraiser, or any event with a black-tie or formal dress code, the length, fabric, and silhouette are all appropriate. The sequin lace surface is dressy enough to hold its own in a black-tie room.
Formal and evening events broadly — including formal dances, debutante events, and high-formality celebrations — suit this dress well. The sweep train and open back give it a runway-ready quality that elevates it beyond a standard formal gown.
Wedding guest context: because of the fully open back and the high front slit, this gown is bold and body-forward in its styling. If you are considering it as a wedding guest dress, keep in mind that some wedding settings are more conservative and an open-back gown with a front slit may not suit every ceremony environment. It works best for evening receptions or high-fashion weddings where guests are expected to dress boldly.
Events where it is NOT the right fit: casual cocktail parties, semi-formal dances, and daytime celebrations. The train and full embellishment are designed for a formal floor, not a casual or outdoor setting. Similarly, if the event has a modest dress code, the open back and front slit make this dress a poor match.
Bottom line: Portia and Scarlett PS27116 is at its best at prom, a gala, or a formal evening event where you want to arrive in a long, embellished gown and make an impression.
The fitted silhouette of Portia and Scarlett PS27116 is one of the most body-sculpting cuts in formal wear, and the specific construction details on PS27116 make it work across a wider range of figures than a standard fitted. Here is how each element plays a role.
The diagonal ruching across the bodice and into the stomach area is the most important shaping detail on this dress. Ruching that runs diagonally does not just add texture — it pulls the eye across the body rather than straight across the midsection, which visually narrows the waist and draws attention to the curve of the bust rather than the width of the torso. If you are self-conscious about your midsection, this is one of the most effective design features a gown can have.
The strapless sweetheart neckline is flattering for most bust sizes. The curved sweetheart dip at the center creates a defined, feminine neckline without requiring straps or sleeves. For fuller busts, a structured sweetheart provides lift and framing. For smaller busts, the curved cut gives the appearance of more shape.
The fitted fitted body through the waist and hips creates a defined hourglass line. If your hips are proportionally narrower than your bust, the flared hem at the bottom adds visual width below the hips, which balances the silhouette. If you carry more weight through the hips and thighs, the fitted flare below the knee allows the fitted section to highlight your curves without restricting movement — and the front slit helps with that too.
The front high slit draws the eye down the leg, which adds length visually. For petite wearers this is genuinely helpful — it makes the legs look longer without shortening the gown. For taller wearers it adds drama without any proportion concern.
The fully open back is a bold detail that works well for people who are comfortable showing their back. There is no coverage from the neckline down, so if an open back is a concern for you, this is worth considering before ordering.
Overall, PS27116 is best suited to someone who wants to highlight their figure confidently. The combination of ruching, fitted fitted body, and strapless neckline works especially well for hourglass and pear-shaped figures, but the diagonal ruching makes it more forgiving at the waist than a plain fitted gown would be.
Portia and Scarlett PS27116 ships from Marlas Fashions within the standard window of 7 to 12 business days for in-stock sizes. US and international orders ship from our Los Angeles and New York warehouses. Canadian customers ship from our Toronto location and pay no duties on delivery. There are no duties charged to US customers either.
If your event date is coming up and the standard window is tight, rush shipping is available. Rush processing moves your order to the front of the queue and expedites the carrier timeline. Contact us before placing your order to confirm rush availability for your specific size and colorway — not every combination is in stock at all times, and the Aqua/Gold colorway in particular is not currently photographed in our system, which means availability should be confirmed directly.
All orders ship with full tracking so you can follow your package from the warehouse to your door. International orders outside the US and Canada also ship with tracked worldwide service. If you have a firm event date, mention it when you reach out and our team can advise on the safest order window for your destination.
Marlas Fashions accepts returns and exchanges on unworn, unaltered gowns in original condition with tags attached. If PS27116 arrives and the fit is not right, you have a few options: exchange it for a different size, return it for store credit that never expires, or return it for a refund minus a 30% restocking fee.
The store credit option is the most flexible — it has no expiration date, so you can use it any time toward another dress or accessory. If you want a straight refund to your original payment method, the 30% restocking fee applies, which is standard for designer formal wear.
Because PS27116 is a fitted gown with a fitted body, sizing is worth getting right before you order. We strongly recommend measuring your bust, waist, and hips and comparing them directly to Portia and Scarlett's size chart rather than going by your usual dress size. fitted gowns leave very little ease through the hips, so accurate measurements matter more here than on an A-line or ballgown silhouette.
If you are between sizes, we generally recommend sizing up and having the fitted areas taken in by a tailor — it is far easier to take in a fitted gown than to let one out. Contact us before ordering if you have questions about which size to choose and we can walk you through the options.
A lot of lace fitted gowns use lace as the top fabric and stop there. PS27116 layers a sequin surface treatment over the lace base, which means the dress has two levels of texture — the dimensional quality of lace and the light-catching surface of sequin at the same time. In natural light it looks structured and textured; under venue or stage lighting the sequin overlay catches and reflects, which is a significant difference from a plain lace gown.
The diagonal ruching across the bodice is another detail that sets this apart. Most fitted fitted gowns have a smooth body — the ruching on PS27116 adds a design element that also shapes the waist, so you get visual interest and flattery in the same feature.
The front high slit combined with a sweep train is a pairing that gives the gown both movement and drama. The train adds length and presence from behind while the front slit allows you to actually walk and move comfortably. And the fully open back takes the boldness of the design all the way through — there is no conservative back panel to dial down the drama.
Finally, the colorway range — Black, Blue, Pink, Yellow, and Aqua/Gold — gives PS27116 more personality options than most fitted gowns at this price point, which tend to stay in neutral or jewel-tone territory.
Portia and Scarlett PS27116 has a strapless, fully open back construction. The gown is structured internally in the bodice — boning and shaping panels inside the bust hold the dress in place without straps or back coverage. There is no lace-up, no zipper at the center back, and no corset closure visible in the images, which means the dress relies on the internal structure of the fitted bodice to stay up.
Because the back is fully bare, fit through the bust is the most important sizing factor for this dress. A well-fitted strapless fitted gown stays in place because the bodice grips the body through the ribcage and bust — if the bodice is too loose, the dress will shift. This is one of the main reasons we recommend ordering based on exact measurements rather than assumed dress size.
If you are between sizes and concerned about the strapless hold, sizing down slightly through the bust and having a tailor add a small amount of ease through the hips is worth considering. A tailor can also add a small snap or interior grip at the top of the bodice for extra security if needed. These are minor alterations that a local seamstress can handle without affecting the gown's appearance.
Verify back closure specifics with us directly if this is a deciding factor for your purchase — our team can confirm construction details for your specific size and colorway.
Portia and Scarlett PS27116 runs in standard designer sizing and is not cut generously. Because it is a fitted silhouette — fitted through the bust, waist, and hips with no ease built in — you need to measure all three points and size to whichever measurement lands highest on the size chart.
For most wearers, the hips are the controlling measurement on a fitted gown. If your hips place you in a size 6 but your bust places you in a size 4, order the size 6 and have the bodice taken in. Doing the reverse — ordering to the bust and hoping the hips fit — rarely works with a fitted fitted and is much harder to fix with alterations.
Portia and Scarlett publishes a size chart on their website. Use that chart, not a general sizing guide. Measure yourself in your undergarments, not over clothing, and measure the fullest part of your hips and bust. If you are close to a size boundary and plan to wear shapewear underneath, measure in that shapewear as well since it will compress your measurements slightly.
For the concierge team's help with sizing: text us at +1 416-536-2956 or WhatsApp +1 213-868-3131 and we can walk you through the size chart with your measurements before you order.
Because PS27116 has a strapless neckline and a fully open back, your undergarment options are narrower than with a strapped or high-back gown. Traditional bras with straps or a back band are not compatible with this design — both would show.
The best options are a strapless adhesive bra or silicone bra cups that stick directly to the skin and provide lift without any visible straps or band. These are widely available at lingerie retailers and department stores and work well under fitted strapless gowns. Make sure you test them before the event to confirm the adhesive holds for the duration of the night.
Because the bodice of PS27116 has internal structure and boning, many wearers find they do not need additional support beyond what the gown provides. If you have a smaller bust, the internal boning may be sufficient on its own.
For the lower body, a seamless thong or laser-cut brief works under the fitted skirt without creating visible lines. Spanx-style seamless shapewear shorts are also compatible as long as they do not extend above the waistline in a way that might show at the slit.
Avoid anything with a back strap or band, and avoid high-waisted shapewear that extends above the hip line, as the fitted skirt will show the edge through the fabric.