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Finding the perfect semi-formal dress for school events should feel exciting, not stressful. At Shortandsweethire, we’ve curated a collection of designer semi-formal dresses made for school occasions where you want to look polished, stylish, and age-appropriate while still feeling like the best version of yourself.

This collection is perfect for school semi-formals, end-of-year celebrations, awards nights, graduation dinners, and special school events where a full formal gown isn’t required, but you still want to dress up. You’ll find a range of mini, midi, and elegant fitted styles designed to make you feel confident without being overdone.

From sleek and minimal silhouettes to soft feminine styles and statement pieces, our collection includes some of Australia’s most loved designer labels. Each dress is chosen to strike the perfect balance between effortless and elevated.

Hiring your semi-formal dress means you can wear a designer outfit for a fraction of the retail price, without the pressure of buying something you’ll only wear once. It’s a simple, affordable way to feel incredible for your school event.

At Shortandsweethire, we take the stress out of finding the perfect outfit so you can focus on enjoying your night. Browse our Semi-Formal collection and find the dress that makes you feel confident, comfortable, and completely ready for your event.

House of Cb Calla Pearl Gown Ivory

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MISHA Sapphire Gown Red Sequin

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HNTR the label Louie Gown Brown

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Arcina Ori Santina Maxi Sky

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$140.00
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Effie Kats Monroe Gown Ice Blue

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Manning Cartell Double Time Gown Cerulean Blue

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HNTR the label Huxley Gown Aqua

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Bec + Bridge Citrina Maxi Dress

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$120.00
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Fenity Fashion Monique Gown Black

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$140.00
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Sir the Label Aries Halter Gown Black

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$110.00
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Natalie Rolt Bettina Gown Black

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House of Cb Persephone Gown Ivory

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$130.00
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House of Cb Calla Pearl Gown Black

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Bec + Bridge Ariahn Maxi Chocolate

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$100.00
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Misha Jennifer Cupro Maxi Cornflower

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$110.00
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DZO Georgia Gown Pink Sequin

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$150.00
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Misha Vanessa Gown Black

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$110.00
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Hansen & Gretel Stephanie Maxi Gown Seafoam

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$200.00
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Aje Soundscape Maxi Gown Chalk Pink

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House of Cb Persephone Gown Smoke

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$120.00
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Effie Kats Marian Gown Black

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$110.00
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ASTA Resort Ana Maxi Butter Yellow

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$120.00
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Natalie Rolt Shontae Gown Butter

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$150.00
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Arcina Ori Eveline Dress Cacao

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$140.00
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Natalie Rolt Gwyneth Gown Espresso

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$160.00
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Bec + Bridge Sabia Twist Maxi Rouge

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$80.00
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Bec + Bridge Gia Halter Maxi Powder Pink

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$100.00
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Effie Kats Monroe Gown Ice Pink

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Deconduarte Georgia Gown Sunset Peach

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Effie Kats Verona Gown Storm

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House Of Cb Shani Gown Red

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$110.00
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Natalie Rolt Kiki Gown

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Natalie Rolt Fabienne Gown Citrus

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Natalie Rolt Miranda Gown Citrus

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Effie Kats Marian Gown Sage

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$110.00
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MISHA Devon Sequin Gown Teal

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$160.00
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Effie Kats Marbella Gown Lemon

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$100.00
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Bec + Bridge Halle Maxi Chocolate

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$80.00
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Bec + Bridge Dante Strapless Ice Yellow

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$110.00
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Bec + Bridge Elisia Twist Maxi Ice Yellow

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$80.00
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