About the Dress: Mac Duggal 11949Mac Duggal 11949 is a full a-line ballgown in a smooth structured jersey, cut in black. The silhouette opens into a wide, sweeping skirt from a sculpted bodice that sits cleanly at the natural waist. The scoop neckline sits at a comfortable depth at the front, and the back mirrors that same scoop, leaving the upper back open while fabric continues below the shoulder blades. Wide shoulder straps run from front to back, and those straps are the defining detail of the entire dress: they are covered completely in three-dimensional beaded floral appliqués with rhinestone centres and fine embroidery, creating a bold, jewelled frame across the shoulders. The rest of the dress — bodice and skirt — is clean and unembellished, so the straps read as a focused statement rather than overall decoration.Fit & SilhouetteMac Duggal 11949 follows a true a-line ballgown shape. The bodice is structured with internal construction that holds its shape at the waist and gives the skirt its lift and volume. It fits close through the bust and waist, then releases into a full floor-length skirt with a lot of sweep. The wide straps sit comfortably on the shoulders and do not pull. This silhouette works on most body types because the full skirt balances the upper body and the structured bodice supports the torso without relying on tightness to do so. The boning in the bodice means the dress stays in place on its own — no strapless tape or constant adjusting needed.Fabric & DetailThe body of Mac Duggal 11949 is a smooth, structured jersey with a crepe-like surface. It has weight and body to it, which is what gives the skirt its shape and stops it from going flat. The fabric does not cling and has a matte finish. The embellished straps are constructed separately: 3D floral appliqués built up with beaded petals, rhinestone accents, and embroidery stitching sit across the full width of each strap. Up close, the layering of the appliqués is detailed and dimensional. The rest of the dress is intentionally plain, so the eye goes straight to the shoulder detail.Key Features Full a-line ballgown silhouette in floor-length structured jersey Scoop neckline front and back with matching mid-scoop back cut Wide shoulder straps fully covered in 3D beaded floral appliqués with rhinestones and embroidery Structured bodice with internal boning for support and shape retention Plain, unembellished skirt and bodice body — embellishment is concentrated on the straps Available in black Style & OccasionMac Duggal 11949 is built for prom, black-tie events, galas, and formal evening occasions. The combination of a full ballgown skirt and bold embellished straps makes it a strong choice for prom and formal dances where you want volume and a standout detail without going fully beaded. It also works well for black-tie weddings, evening galas, and formal receptions as a wedding guest. For Sweet 16 and debut celebrations, the classic ballgown shape with jewelled straps fits the occasion perfectly. Style it with simple strappy heels — the straps already carry the jewellery for you, so a delicate bracelet or small earrings are enough. The clean black jersey pairs well with gold, silver, or diamond accessories. Keep your hair up or half-up to show the strap detail to its best advantage.
