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12 Best Tuckernuck Dresses + Which Ones I Wear Most Often

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My style has changed a good bit over the last decade since I moved from Utah to North Carolina and also as I got a little older. Everyone’s style evolves over time, and in the last few years, I’ve especially started to love southern styles that are colorful, feminine, and slightly preppy. And since shopping and sourcing items for readers is part of my full-time gig here on the blog and Instagram, I spend lots of time scrolling through websites and scouring new arrivals to find great dresses, jeans, tops, shoes and accessories. (There are links below to some of those round-ups so you can find my current favorites in each category, plus a couple other popular fashion posts.)

One of my ALL time favorite fashion retailers is Tuckernuck. I discovered Tuckernuck only a few years ago, but since finding them, I’ve become rather loyal. It was started by friends Jocelyn Moore Gailliot, Madeline Moore, and September Rinnier in a Georgetown garage, and has been incredibly successful since their 2012 launch. The women started the company while hunting for unique gifts, clothes and accessories for the many weddings, baby showers, and dinner parties they were attending. They wanted an easier place to shop (specifically online) for things, since it was taking them hours to find what they were shopping for.

I’ve found that Tuckernuck is exactly that — an online boutique sourced so well that I want to order nearly every item they carry. They make shopping so easy because they only carry the best items from the best brands. They also have amazing hostess and wedding gifts on their website too. It’s truly a one-stop-shop. My favorite items from Tuckernuck are always dresses, though, since they’re an entire outfit all on their own. They have dresses at every price point, for every occasion.

12 Best Tuckernuck Dresses

Today I’m sharing a roundup of my favorite dresses from Tuckernuck for the fall, including casual day dresses, weddings, date nights and more.

1. Sandalwood Vivianne Crewneck Dress

Frrst up, the Sandalwood Vivianne Crewneck Dress. This is a perfectly simple, yet practical, fall dress. The shape is very classic: long sleeve, shift style with a relaxed fit. Yet it can be dressed up or down and accessorized in a ton of different ways. I ordered a size small in this and wish I had gotten an XS instead since the fit is definitely on the boxy side, but I am able to make it fit better with a belt – which adds some interest to the look anyway. I believe everyone needs a tan-colored sweater dress in their closet for fall.

2. Red Lyles Dress

This Red Lyles Dress is the ideal option for fall family photos, a fall wedding, or even holiday events. The red leans on the pinker side which is beautiful, and the fit is shockingly good, even without the belt. Maxi dresses can swallow my petite frame, but this fits perfect. I went with an XS since I knew the fit was relaxed. I recommend sizing down if you’re on the fence. Since the belt is removable, it works for maternity as well.

3. Navy Knit Striped Frenchie Dress

This Navy Knit Striped Frenchie Dress is one of my favorite purchases from last year that I’ve already started wearing again this fall. It’s boxy but not oversized or sloppy. It’s made with 100% cotton but has a luxe knit feel and can easily be worn into the fall.

4. Chambray Callahan Shirt Dress

I love the fit of the Chambray oversized shirt dress. I’m wearing an XS, and it’s relaxed (especially in the back), but still flattering. Many oversized dresses can look like a tent, especially on my petite 5’1″ frame, but this one still looks polished and put together.

However, the material is sheer (well, just in the chambray colorway…not every color!), so I tend to wear a skirt slip underneath (or Amazon biker shorts which I like to wear when I’m chasing my son around in a dress). The material is not super soft when it first arrives, but it’s softened with a few wears. And it has pockets!

I love this dress because it can easily be worn from summer to fall. The sleeves give it that fall “feel”, but the material is lightweight and easy to wear on lingering warm days. It’s also one of my favorite dresses to wear to church. (This post has more ideas about what to wear to church.) Be sure to look at this listing of the fall Callahan colorways – especially the “winetasting” color.

5. Chloe Dress

I got the Chloe Dress in a recent summer order and WOW I’m in love. I feel like Jackie O whenever I put it on. It’s the perfect blend of sophisticated and polished, but the color and pockets make it fun and easy to wear. It’s the ideal dress for dressy events like a graduation ceremony, special church service, work lunch, etc. I love having something like this in my closet for events where a sundress just doesn’t cut it. While the lilac color is on the warm weather side, the Chloe dress comes in a TON of fall and winter colors. The shape is so functional for all seasons, and so is the fabric. For the fall, I’d go for the navy.

The chest of this dress is snug, so I sized up to a small to account for my bustier chest due to breastfeeding. Keep that in mind when choosing your sizing.

6. Tweed Jackie Dress

If you work in an office, the Tweed Jackie Dress needs to be in your cart. The braided color, gold buttons, and tweed material make the most polished, luxe work dress I’ve ever seen. This would also be perfect for church. I love that it comes in a bunch of colors that can all be worn with nude pumps.

7. Nightly Organza Palmerston Dress

I ordered the Nightly Organza Palmerston Dress as a holiday cocktail attire dress last winter when I was pregnant. I love having a fun yet conservative option in my closet for events. The fit is relaxed, so there is plenty of room for a bump, but it’s not maternity specific.

8. Royal Shirt Dress

I got this Royal Shirt Dress early in the spring two years ago in a cobalt blue (sadly, no longer available), but comes in so many other great colors. It’s ideal for business casual work wear, church, or just to wear for daily mom life. The three-quarters length sleeves and button down front feel very polished, but the boxy fit keep it casual and comfortable. The material is silky smooth stretch cotton sateen fabric and doesn’t wrinkle easily. And yes, it has pockets.

This dress comes in seven colorways. The solid colors are great for professional settings, but the floral patterns are so tempting. The length is a little long on me, so I got it altered shortly after getting it. (The picture below is pre-hemming.) Keep in mind I’m 5’1″, so if you’re a little taller, it may not need any hemming, and it runs TTS. This dress is right around $200, so it’s an investment, but a worthy one considering how much wear you could get out of it for years to come. It’s a timeless style.

I’ve worn this dress many ways: heels, sandals, and even white sneakers (I favor these Veja sneakers). Throw a baseball cap on, and you’re ready for your kids’ sporting events right after work.

Woman wearing one of the best Tuckernuck dresses: Royal Shirt Dress

9. Denim Trapunto Stitch Sofia Shirt Dress

I love a denim dress for the fall, and this Denim Trapunto Stitch Sofia Shirt Dress is a perfect feminine take. The A slightly boxy silhouette and drop shoulders gives it a polished but playful look. Denim can be worn practically year-round, but it’s just perfect in the fall.

10. Winter White Corduroy Clifton Dress

Nothing feels more fall than a creamy white dress, right? This Winter White Corduroy Clifton Dress is the ideal fall work dress with the stand up collar, 3/4 length sleeves, and a-line silhouette. It comes in a ton of colors, but the winter white is calling my name. I love how the model has it styled with tall brown boots.

11. Black Milla Dress

I LOVE the Black Milla Dress. Anything double-breasted is right up my alley, and the notched lapel collar sends it over the top. While it might feel a little bit bold to wear a trench-style dress, it’s actually incredibly easy to style! Throw on a pair of flats or pumps and you’re ready for a work event. I got a similar dress from the Nordstrom Sale this past year and get compliments each time I wear it.

12. Exclusive Chocolate One Shoulder Maxi Dress

I saw this Exclusive Chocolate One Shoulder Maxi Dress a few weeks ago and thought it would be gorgeous for a fall wedding – so I added it to this fall wedding guest dresses roundup. I love the one shoulder look and the color – both feel lightweight and airy enough to wear in the early fall while it’s still warm, but it’s totally appropriate for a later fall wedding too.

I hope you find a dress or two you love! You may also find these posts helpful:

My favorite Tuckernuck tops

My favorite Tuckernuck shoes

My favorite white jeans (after trying 15 brands)

My everyday jewelry

Be sure to follow me on Instagram and LTK for more fashion finds, and join my weekly email newsletter, where I send my recent favorites straight to your inbox for easy shopping! You can also see my daily outfits under the Shop My Closet page on my blog.

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    4 responses to “12 Best Tuckernuck Dresses + Which Ones I Wear Most Often”

    1. I love Tucker buck and have ordered several dresses this summer. I love them but size up because they are too short! (5’9″ )

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