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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.

Aje Behold Bubble Maxi Gown shortandsweethire

Aje Behold Bubble Maxi Gown

from $185.00
from $185.00
Natalie Rolt Bettina Gown Black shortandsweethire

Natalie Rolt Bettina Gown Black

from $150.00
from $150.00
Natalie Rolt Gabi Gown Espresso shortandsweethire

Natalie Rolt Gabi Gown Espresso

$180.00
$180.00
Misha Vanessa Gown Black shortandsweethire

Misha Vanessa Gown Black

$110.00
$110.00
Misha Sapphire Sequin Maxi Lemon shortandsweethire

Misha Sapphire Sequin Maxi Lemon

$160.00
$160.00
Fenity Fashion Gaia Gown Pink

Fenity Fashion Gaia Gown Pink

from $150.00
from $150.00
Vanina Kirsten Clochette Gown Ivory Vanina Kirsten

Vanina Kirsten Clochette Gown Ivory

$200.00
$200.00
Love Shack Fancy Rialto Gown Sterling Dusk shortandsweethire

Love Shack Fancy Rialto Gown Sterling Dusk

$250.00
$250.00
Aje Soundscape Maxi Gown Chalk Pink shortandsweethire

Aje Soundscape Maxi Gown Chalk Pink

from $160.00
from $160.00
Aje Bubble Hem Gown Deep Magenta shortandsweethire

Aje Bubble Hem Gown Deep Magenta

from $185.00
from $185.00
Effie Kats Monroe Gown Ice Pink shortandsweethire

Effie Kats Monroe Gown Ice Pink

from $100.00
from $100.00
Effie Kats Verona Gown Storm shortandsweethire

Effie Kats Verona Gown Storm

from $90.00
from $90.00
Effie Kats Marian Gown Black shortandsweethire

Effie Kats Marian Gown Black

$110.00
$110.00
Effie Kats Marbella Gown Lemon shortandsweethire

Effie Kats Marbella Gown Lemon

$100.00
$100.00
Natalie Rolt Gwyneth Gown Espresso shortandsweethire

Natalie Rolt Gwyneth Gown Espresso

$160.00
$160.00
Misha Devon Sequin Gown Chocolate shortandsweethire

Misha Devon Sequin Gown Chocolate

$160.00
$160.00
Arcina Ori Monique Gown Navy shortandsweethire

Arcina Ori Monique Gown Navy

$140.00
$140.00
Misha Sisal Mesh Gown Lemon shortandsweethire

Misha Sisal Mesh Gown Lemon

$100.00
$100.00
Effie Kats Greer Gown Lemon

Effie Kats Greer Gown Lemon

from $100.00
from $100.00
Maygel Coronel Gorgonia Maxi Blossom

Maygel Coronel Gorgonia Maxi Blossom

$180.00
$180.00
Aje Canyon Gown Cloud Blue

Aje Canyon Gown Cloud Blue

$200.00
$200.00
Natalie Rolt Elina Bustier + Bianca Skirt Espresso

Natalie Rolt Elina Bustier + Bianca Skirt Espresso

$200.00
$200.00
Natalie Rolt Elina Bustier + Bianca Skirt Baby Blue

Natalie Rolt Elina Bustier + Bianca Skirt Baby Blue

$200.00
$200.00
Effie Kats Verona Gown Ice Blue shortandsweethire

Effie Kats Verona Gown Ice Blue

from $90.00
from $90.00
Aje Soundscape Maxi Gown Sea Breeze Blue shortandsweethire

Aje Soundscape Maxi Gown Sea Breeze Blue

from $160.00
from $160.00
Natalie Rolt Fabienne Gown Citrus shortandsweethire

Natalie Rolt Fabienne Gown Citrus

from $150.00
from $150.00
Natalie Rolt Miranda Gown Citrus shortandsweethire

Natalie Rolt Miranda Gown Citrus

from $150.00
from $150.00
Effie Kats Marian Gown Sage shortandsweethire

Effie Kats Marian Gown Sage

$110.00
$110.00
MISHA Devon Sequin Gown Teal shortandsweethire

MISHA Devon Sequin Gown Teal

$160.00
$160.00
MISHA Devon Sequin Gown Ivory shortandsweethire

MISHA Devon Sequin Gown Ivory

$160.00
$160.00
Herve Lerger Sara Gown Lipstick Red

Herve Lerger Sara Gown Lipstick Red

$280.00
$280.00
MISHA Sisal Mesh Gown Dove Blue shortandsweethire

MISHA Sisal Mesh Gown Dove Blue

$100.00
$100.00
Natalie Rolt Miranda Gown Espresso shortandsweethire

Natalie Rolt Miranda Gown Espresso

$150.00
$150.00
Natalie Rolt Bettina Gown Espresso shortandsweethire

Natalie Rolt Bettina Gown Espresso

$150.00
$150.00
Misha Ina Sequin Maxi Yellow

Misha Ina Sequin Maxi Yellow

$150.00
$150.00
Arcina Ori Santina Maxi Tangerine

Arcina Ori Santina Maxi Tangerine

$140.00
$140.00
HNTR the Label Louie Gown Baby Blue

HNTR the Label Louie Gown Baby Blue

$120.00
$120.00
Effie Kats Sydney Gown Red

Effie Kats Sydney Gown Red

$100.00
$100.00
Effie Kats Havilland Gown Lemon

Effie Kats Havilland Gown Lemon

from $100.00
from $100.00
Effie Kats Monroe Gown Lemon

Effie Kats Monroe Gown Lemon

from $100.00
from $100.00

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