Portia and Scarlett PS26319E: Sequin Embroidered Sheer Evening Gown
Product Overview
- Sparkle Factor: Intricate Black Sequin Embroidery Over Sheer Nude Base
- Silhouette: Semi-Sheer Sheath with Thigh-High Slit
- "Wow" Detail: Daring Keyhole Bodice & Detachable Voluminous Taffeta Sleeves
For the woman who refuses to blend into the background, this gown is pure statement-making artistry. It's where Old Hollywood drama meets contemporary fearlessness.
Stylist's Tip
The detachable taffeta sleeve wrap is your secret weapon—wear it for dramatic entrance photos where you want maximum impact, then remove it to reveal the sleek halter silhouette for dancing. The black sequin embroidery over nude creates incredible dimension, so keep jewelry minimal.
Dress Details and Specifications
Dress Details
- Halter-style neckline creates a sophisticated, modern frame.
- Intricate black sequin embroidery creates striking texture and visual impact.
- Sheer nude mesh base allows embroidery to create dramatic play of light.
- Daring keyhole bodice adds contemporary edge and allure.
- Detachable voluminous taffeta sleeve wrap makes a bold fashion statement.
- Semi-sheer sheath silhouette perfectly balances elegance and drama.
Dress Specifications
- Style Number: PS26319E
- Designer: Portia and Scarlett
- Fabric: Sequin Embroidery, Mesh, Taffeta
- Neckline: Halter with Keyhole
- Back Style: Open Back
- Sleeves: Detachable Taffeta Sleeve Wrap
- Available Colors: Black/Nude
Ships Nationwide
Free shipping on orders over $350. Insured delivery with signature required across the USA.
This sequin embroidered gown is for the fearless woman who knows that true glamour comes from embracing both elegance and individuality in equal measure. Explore all sexy prom dresses to find your perfect look.
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- Personal Fit Verification: Before your order is finalized, it undergoes our signature fit verification. Our in-house stylists personally review the measurements you provide, comparing them against the designer's official size chart while considering the gown's unique silhouette and fabric. If our analysis reveals an opportunity to perfect the fit—such as using a different size for an open-back style, or that a mermaid cut may be too tight on the hips—we pause the order and reach out personally to review the findings with you. This extra step is our commitment to preventing sizing mistakes and ensuring your gown arrives with the best possible fit.
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Helpful Information
How does the semi-sheer design work, and what should I wear underneath for proper coverage?
This gown's semi-sheer design is all about strategic coverage through artful embroidery placement. The black sequin embroidery is densely concentrated over all the areas that require coverage—bust, hips, and strategic points throughout—while the sheer nude mesh base creates the illusion of bare skin in between. The embroidery pattern is carefully designed so you're never actually exposed, but the overall effect is dramatic and fashion-forward. For undergarments, seamless nude shapewear or a bodysuit that matches your skin tone exactly is essential—visible lines or mismatched colors will disrupt the illusion.
How do I style and wear the detachable taffeta sleeve wrap, and what makes it so dramatic?
The voluminous taffeta sleeve wrap is what elevates this gown from stunning to absolutely show-stopping. The taffeta fabric creates dramatic puffed sleeves with incredible volume—think Old Hollywood meets high fashion runway. The wrap typically attaches at the shoulders or upper arms via hidden closures, creating the appearance of off-shoulder statement sleeves while the halter bodice remains the foundation. The volume comes from the way taffeta holds its shape and the intentional gathering or pleating in the construction, creating those signature puffy, sculptural sleeves. Wear the complete look with sleeves attached for your grand entrance, red carpet moments, and formal photography—this is when you want maximum drama and all eyes on you.
Cleaning
- Do not wash
- Do not dry clean
- Spot clean only by professional cleaner
- Follow material specification for cleaning instructions (Polyester, Satin, Crepe, Mikado, Tulle, Chiffon, Taffeta, etc.)
- Remove brooches or other trims before cleaning
- Do not iron or steam over beads and sequins
- Light steam only – do not iron over pleats, beads, or sequins
How to care for your dress
- Do not turn inside out
- Do not try to clean your dress at home. Spot cleaning should be done by a professional dry cleaner
- Steaming the dress will remove any wrinkles and allow the dress to return to its natural shape
- Sunlight causes fading and discoloration. Keep the dress in a dark space.
- Store your dress by hanging it in a cloth garment bag or in an acid-free box
