Our story

Hi, we're Formal Gallery.

A Gold Coast dress hire boutique built on one simple idea: every girl deserves to feel incredible in her dress, without having to buy it.

2018

It started with a mum helping her daughter hunt down a unique, affordable formal dress. A small collection shared between friends quickly grew into a beloved Gold Coast boutique.

2024

Georgia, then 22 and already three years deep in the business, took over as owner and brought a whole new era with her.

Today

Hundreds of cherry-picked designer dresses, one-on-one styling in our Southport boutique, and hires posted Australia-wide.

What we believe

Confidence looks good on you

Our stylists' whole job is finding the dress that makes you feel like the best version of you.

Designer, without the price tag

Dresses cherry-picked from all over the world, for a fraction of what they cost to buy.

Wear it, love it, return it

Hiring is stress-free, sustainable and kind to your wardrobe. One dress, many stories.

The faces behind FG

 
Owner & Director
Georgia Wharington

Hi, I'm Georgia. I joined the boutique in 2022 and took over in 2024. Fashion is my whole thing, but the moment a girl finds her dress is what I'm really here for. I can't wait to help you find yours.

 
General Manager
Anna Wiesner

Anna has been part of the team since 2023 and runs the show day to day, from bookings to our socials. She'll guide you through every step on the way to the perfect dress.

Come say hi in person

Book a one-on-one try-on at our Southport boutique. The girls can't wait to meet you.

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