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Black Formal Dresses

Make a statement in our stunning black formal dresses Shop Australia's ultimate dark silhouettes, or explore our complete Formal Dresses collection here.

Beginning Boutique Simone Black Cut Out Maxi Dress black one-shoulder cut-out maxi dress with a high side slit
Simone Black Cut Out Maxi Dress
£69.99£15.00
Beginning Boutique Beverley Black Mesh Maxi Dress black sleeveless bodycon maxi with side cutouts and tie-back
Beverley Black Mesh Maxi Dress
£79.99
Beginning Boutique Luca Black Maxi Dress black bodycon maxi dress with sheer mesh high neck and ruched sides
Luca Black Maxi Dress
£69.99
Beginning Boutique Coraline Black Long Sleeve Maxi Dress black off-shoulder draped neckline bodycon maxi dress with sheer long sleeves
Coraline Black Long Sleeve Maxi Dress
£69.99
Beginning Boutique Lei Strapless Black Maxi Dress black strapless maxi dress with a folded bandeau neckline and fitted column silhouette
Lei Strapless Black Maxi Dress
£69.99
Beginning Boutique Jacqulin Black Maxi Skirt black satin-look high-waisted maxi skirt with a fluid drape
Jacqulin Black Maxi Skirt
£49.99
Beginning Boutique Stacy Black Maxi Dress black satin V-neck maxi dress with lace trim, tie-front bust, and thin straps
Stacy Black Maxi Dress
£69.99
Beginning Boutique Elinor Black Satin Maxi Dress black strapless maxi dress with sheer mesh bandeau bodice and draped satin skirt
Elinor Black Satin Maxi Dress
£59.99
Beginning Boutique Matilda Black Strapless Maxi Dress black strapless maxi dress with twisted knot waist detail
Matilda Black Strapless Maxi Dress
£69.99
Beginning Boutique Tamara Black Maxi Dress black ribbed knit bodycon maxi dress with sweetheart neckline and side cutouts
Tamara Black Maxi Dress
£69.99£15.00
Beginning Boutique Sunflower Black Mesh Maxi Dress black mesh deep V-neck sleeveless fitted bodice maxi dress
Sunflower Black Mesh Maxi Dress
£69.99
Beginning Boutique Higher Love Formal Dress Black black satin criss-cross halter neck maxi dress with front cutout and high leg slit
Higher Love Formal Dress Black
£79.99£20.00
Beginning Boutique Aura Black Maxi Dress black satin halter neck maxi dress with a deep cowl front and fitted waist
Aura Black Maxi Dress
£69.99
Beginning Boutique Braelyn Black Strapless Maxi Dress black strapless maxi with deep plunging V-neck and ruched bust detail, flowy skirt
Braelyn Black Strapless Maxi Dress
£69.99
Beginning Boutique Cole Black Polka Mesh Maxi Dress black mesh white polka dot off-shoulder ruched sleeve fitted maxi
Cole Black Polka Mesh Maxi Dress
£79.99
Beginning Boutique Imogen Black Blurred Tulip Print Maxi Dress black strapless bodycon maxi dress with blurred red orange and purple tulip print and ruched waist
Imogen Black Blurred Tulip Print Maxi Dress
£69.99£29.99
Beginning Boutique Lorelei Black Formal Dress black satin maxi dress with ruffled sleeves and a low scoop back
Lorelei Black Formal Dress
£79.99£34.99
Beginning Boutique Del Mar Black Crepe Formal Maxi Dress black crepe strapless bandeau maxi dress with criss-cross halter str
Del Mar Black Crepe Formal Maxi Dress
£89.99
Beginning Boutique Kylie Black Maxi Dress black ribbed knit scoop neck bodycon maxi dress with long sleeves and thumbholes
Kylie Black Maxi Dress
£59.99£39.99
Beginning Boutique Riles Black Strapless Ruffle Maxi Dress black strapless maxi dress with a smocked bodice and tiered ruffle skirt
Riles Black Strapless Ruffle Maxi Dress
£69.99
Beginning Boutique Lovella Black Polka Dot Maxi Dress black polka dot maxi dress with a V-neckline, short puff sleeves, and a flowing skirt
Lovella Black Polka Dot Maxi Dress
£69.99
Beginning Boutique Ivy Black Maxi Dress black satin maxi dress with ruffled square neckline and ruffled spaghetti straps
Ivy Black Maxi Dress
£79.99£39.99
Beginning Boutique Smith Black Satin Spot Maxi Dress black satin strapless sweetheart ruched bust white polka dot maxi dress
Smith Black Satin Spot Maxi Dress
£79.99
Beginning Boutique North Black Polka Dot Cowl Neck Maxi Dress black polka dot halter cowl neck maxi dress
North Black Polka Dot Cowl Neck Maxi Dress
£79.99
Beginning Boutique Honey Black Maxi Dress black satin maxi dress with twisted sweetheart neckline spaghetti straps and side slit
Honey Black Maxi Dress
£79.99
Beginning Boutique Elise Black Satin Cowl Front Formal Maxi Dress black and white colour block satin maxi with asymmetric cow
Elise Black Satin Cowl Front Formal Maxi Dress
£79.99
Beginning Boutique Ziggy Black Halter Neck Maxi Dress black crinkled halter neck maxi dress with thin string ties and a relaxed fit
Ziggy Black Halter Neck Maxi Dress
£69.99£25.00
Beginning Boutique Brandi Black Maxi Dress black fitted halter neck maxi dress with ruched sweetheart bust and thin straps
Brandi Black Maxi Dress
£59.99£20.00
Beginning Boutique Gloria Black Maxi Dress black halter neck V-neck ruched bodice flowy maxi dress
Gloria Black Maxi Dress
£69.99
Beginning Boutique Merlo Black Strapless Formal Maxi Dress black satin strapless maxi with ruched waist and thigh high split
Merlo Black Strapless Formal Maxi Dress
£79.99
Beginning Boutique Orlando Black Maxi Dress black strapless bodycon maxi dress with a high thigh split, ruffled trim, and rosette detail
Orlando Black Maxi Dress
£69.99£29.99
Beginning Boutique Millie Black Floral Strapless Midi Dress black floral strapless midi dress with ruched bust keyhole and vibrant tulip print
Millie Black Floral Strapless Midi Dress
£89.99£44.99
Beginning Boutique Val Black Maxi Dress black satin deep V-neck maxi dress with ruched bust and tie-shoulder straps
Val Black Maxi Dress
£69.99
Beginning Boutique Dayton Black Strapless Maxi Dress black strapless ruched bodice gathered waist flowy maxi dress
Dayton Black Strapless Maxi Dress
£79.99£34.99
Beginning Boutique Carnation Black Satin Maxi Dress black satin scoop neck sleeveless maxi dress with a fitted waist and flowing skirt
Carnation Black Satin Maxi Dress
£79.99£39.99
Beginning Boutique Wakerley Black Contrast Strapless Maxi Dress black fitted strapless bodice with a white gathered maxi skirt
Wakerley Black Contrast Strapless Maxi Dress
£69.99
A sleek black mesh formal maxi dress with a fitted- ruched strapless bodice and a flowing skirt- perfect for a sophisticated event or prom.
Amberley Black Mesh Formal Maxi Dress
£69.99
Beginning Boutique Marcus Black Maxi Dress black halter neck scoop neck bodycon maxi dress with side ruching and gold O-ring tie waist
Marcus Black Maxi Dress
£69.99
Beginning Boutique Lily Black Tie Shoulder Formal Maxi Dress black sweetheart neckline tie shoulder maxi dress with embroidered floral pattern
Lily Black Tie Shoulder Formal Maxi Dress
£139.99
Beginning Boutique Corrina Black Maxi Dress black satin sweetheart neckline maxi dress with ruffled straps and asymmetrical hem
Corrina Black Maxi Dress
£89.99£44.99
Beginning Boutique Joey Black Maxi Dress black satin maxi dress with spaghetti straps and a lace-up corset back
Joey Black Maxi Dress
£69.99
Beginning Boutique Blaise Black Satin Maxi Dress black satin strapless maxi dress with ruched bust and open back criss-cross tie straps
Blaise Black Satin Maxi Dress
£79.99
Beginning Boutique Fortuna Black Maxi Dress black square neck maxi dress with ruffled shoulder straps and ruched bodice
Fortuna Black Maxi Dress
£69.99
Beginning Boutique Amanda Black Bandage Strapless Formal Maxi Dress black bandage strapless crossover bust bodycon maxi with
Amanda Black Bandage Strapless Formal Maxi Dress
£159.99
Beginning Boutique Kelcey Black Sequin Detail Formal Maxi Dress black open back criss-cross strap maxi with side cutouts
Kelcey Black Sequin Detail Formal Maxi Dress
£89.99
Beginning Boutique Shyla Black Maxi Skirt black low-rise maxi skirt with white floral print
Shyla Black Maxi Skirt
£69.99£30.00
Beginning Boutique Larsa Black Satin Maxi Dress black satin halter neck maxi dress with criss-cross straps and V-panel bodice
Larsa Black Satin Maxi Dress
£79.99
Close-up of the black satin maxi dress showing the V-neckline with lace trim and underbust lace detail
Gabby Black Satin Lace Maxi Dress
£79.99
A sophisticated black maxi dress with thin spaghetti straps and a subtle cut-out at the bust- accented with a gold hibiscus flower embellishment- suitable for a formal beach event.
Selina Black Hibiscus Trim Maxi Dress
£79.99£39.99
Beginning Boutique Quinton Black Satin Long Sleeve Tie Mini Dress black satin mini with tie-front V-neck, long billowy sleeve
Quinton Black Satin Long Sleeve Tie Mini Dress
£79.99

Black Formal Dresses

The group chat is buzzing, the date is set, and it's time to secure your dream look. A dark silhouette is the ultimate canvas — timeless, powerful, and endlessly versatile. Whether you're stepping out for your Year 12 formal, a university ball, or a glamorous black-tie event, our curated collection is designed to ensure you serve main character energy all night long.

Trending Fits & Fabrics

  • Satin Elegance: Nothing feels quite like liquid-like satin gliding over your figure. A maxi length featuring a sophisticated cowl neck or a daring backless detail is a timeless choice that will never date.
  • The Modern Corset: For a romantic, powerfully structured look, a fully boned bodice is unmatched. This trend cinches the waist and creates a stunning hourglass shape, especially when paired with a dramatic thigh-high slit.
  • Sequin & Glitter: If your motto is "go glam or go home," explore our dazzling sequin & glitter formal dresses. These light-catching pieces are perfect for making an entrance and dominating the dance floor.

How to Style Your Gown

A monochromatic base is the perfect blank canvas, letting your accessories define the entire mood. Keep it classic with silver metallic shoes, or make a high-fashion statement with a vibrant pop of colour. Elevate your neckline with fine jewellery and finish the look with a chic clutch or bag.

Fast Shipping & Inclusive Sizing

Have a last-minute panic? We offer express shipping across Australia so your outfit arrives before you even finalise your glam. We also believe every babe deserves to feel incredible, which is why our collection features inclusive sizing — including a stunning range of plus size formal dresses. Checkout with Afterpay to secure your order now and pay it off later!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a dark gown okay to wear to a school formal?

Absolutely! It's one of the most popular, sophisticated choices for Australian school leavers — universally flattering and allowing you to completely customise your look with bold accessories and makeup.

What is the difference between a formal, ball, and prom dress?

In Australia, a "formal" usually refers to the massive Year 12 celebration, while a "ball" is more commonly used for university events or in New Zealand. "Prom" is just the American term for the exact same milestone!

Can I wear a shorter hemline?

You definitely can! While floor-length maxis are the traditional choice, a chic midi or an embellished mini is an increasingly popular, modern option.