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Formal

Your school formal is one of the most memorable nights of your life, and finding the perfect dress should feel just as special. At Shortandsweethire, we’ve curated a collection of designer school formal dresses to help you feel confident, elegant, and completely yourself on your big night.

From sleek satin gowns and timeless floor-length silhouettes to modern, statement styles and soft, feminine designs, our collection is carefully selected from Australia’s most-loved designers, including Arcina Ori, Bec + Bridge, Rat & Boa, and more. Whether you’re looking for something minimal and sophisticated or bold and eye-catching, you’ll find a dress that suits your style and personality.

Hiring your school formal dress is a simple way to wear a luxury designer piece for a fraction of the retail price, without compromising on style or impact. Every dress is professionally cleaned and prepared, so it arrives ready for your special night.

We offer Australia-wide dress hire, making it easy to find your dream formal dress no matter where you are. Browse our School Formal collection and find the perfect look for a night you’ll never forget.

I am Delilah Jade Maxi Quartz shortandsweethire

I am Delilah Jade Maxi Quartz

$85.00
$85.00
Natalie Rolt Cadence Gown Baby Blue shortandsweethire

Natalie Rolt Cadence Gown Baby Blue

$180.00
$180.00
Love Shack Fancy Rialto Maxi Yellow Love Shack

Love Shack Fancy Rialto Maxi Yellow

$260.00
$260.00
I am Delilah Jade Maxi Berry shortandsweethire

I am Delilah Jade Maxi Berry

$85.00
$85.00
Arcina Ori Paloma Gown shortandsweethire

Arcina Ori Paloma Gown

from $190.00
from $190.00
Natalie Rolt Winona Gown Butter shortandsweethire

Natalie Rolt Winona Gown Butter

$150.00
$150.00
Arcina Ori Serena Midi Dress shortandsweethire

Arcina Ori Serena Midi Dress

$120.00
$120.00
Natalie Rolt Winona Gown Baby Pink shortandsweethire

Natalie Rolt Winona Gown Baby Pink

$150.00
$150.00
Natalie Rolt Miranda Gown Blossom Pink shortandsweethire

Natalie Rolt Miranda Gown Blossom Pink

from $150.00
from $150.00
HNTR the Label Louie Gown Wine shortandsweethire

HNTR the Label Louie Gown Wine

$120.00
$120.00
MISHA Jennifer Cupro Gown Black shortandsweethire

MISHA Jennifer Cupro Gown Black

from $110.00
from $110.00
Manning Cartell Double Time Pleat Maxi Dress Hydrangea shortandsweethire

Manning Cartell Double Time Pleat Maxi Dress Hydrangea

$170.00
$170.00
HNTR the Label Louie Gown Black shortandsweethire

HNTR the Label Louie Gown Black

$120.00
$120.00
MISHA Sapphire Sequin Gown Fig shortandsweethire

MISHA Sapphire Sequin Gown Fig

$160.00
$160.00
Effie Kats Verona Gown Fairy Floss Effie Kats

Effie Kats Verona Gown Fairy Floss

from $90.00
from $90.00
Rat and Boa Anais Gown shortandsweethire

Rat and Boa Anais Gown

$150.00
$150.00
Misha Jennifer Cupro Gown Cedar Brown shortandsweethire

Misha Jennifer Cupro Gown Cedar Brown

from $110.00
from $110.00
Aje Gracie Gown Wildflowers shortandsweethire

Aje Gracie Gown Wildflowers

$200.00
$200.00
House of CB Sabine Midi House of CB

House of CB Sabine Midi

$120.00
$120.00
Manning Cartell Double Time Pleat Gown Acqua Spritz shortandsweethire

Manning Cartell Double Time Pleat Gown Acqua Spritz

$170.00
$170.00
House of CB Tamara Maxi Red House of CB

House of CB Tamara Maxi Red

$110.00
$110.00
Arcina Ori Arabella Gown Cream shortandsweethire

Arcina Ori Arabella Gown Cream

from $180.00
from $180.00
Effie Kats Verona Gown Cherry Red Effie Kats

Effie Kats Verona Gown Cherry Red

from $90.00
from $90.00
House of CB Persephone Gown Black shortandsweethire

House of CB Persephone Gown Black

$130.00
$130.00
Arcina Ori Gaia Gown Papaya shortandsweethire

Arcina Ori Gaia Gown Papaya

$130.00
$130.00
Effie Kats Havilland Gown Taffy Pink shortandsweethire

Effie Kats Havilland Gown Taffy Pink

from $100.00
from $100.00
Natalie Rolt Winona Gown Black shortandsweethire

Natalie Rolt Winona Gown Black

$150.00
$150.00
Manning Cartell Double Time Pleat Gown Red shortandsweethire

Manning Cartell Double Time Pleat Gown Red

$170.00
$170.00
Aje Sunbeam + Cosmos Set shortandsweethire

Aje Sunbeam + Cosmos Set

from $230.00
from $230.00
Fait Par Foutch Liana Sequin Gown shortandsweethire

Fait Par Foutch Liana Sequin Gown

$190.00
$190.00
Ance Gria Gaia Gown Brown shortandsweethire

Ance Gria Gaia Gown Brown

$140.00
$140.00
Natalie Rolt Fabienne Gown Butter Yellow shortandsweethire

Natalie Rolt Fabienne Gown Butter Yellow

$150.00
$150.00
Misha Devina Sequin Maxi Ivory shortandsweethire

Misha Devina Sequin Maxi Ivory

$150.00
$150.00
MISHA Sapphire Sequin Gown Fuchsia shortandsweethire

MISHA Sapphire Sequin Gown Fuchsia

$160.00
$160.00
Arcina Ori Paloma Gown Stone shortandsweethire

Arcina Ori Paloma Gown Stone

from $190.00
from $190.00
Natalie Rolt Fabienne Gown Black shortandsweethire

Natalie Rolt Fabienne Gown Black

from $150.00
from $150.00
Arcina Ori Santina Maxi Khaki shortandsweethire

Arcina Ori Santina Maxi Khaki

$140.00
$140.00
Manning Cartell Double Time Pleat Maxi Black shortandsweethire

Manning Cartell Double Time Pleat Maxi Black

$170.00
$170.00
MISHA Sisal Mesh Gown Chilli Red shortandsweethire

MISHA Sisal Mesh Gown Chilli Red

$100.00
$100.00
Natalie Rolt Verity Bustier + Evelyn Skirt Baby Pink shortandsweethire

Natalie Rolt Verity Bustier + Evelyn Skirt Baby Pink

$230.00
$230.00

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