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Updated October 2026
My style has changed a lot over the years. Some of it is certainly because of age (my taste evolved as I get older and figured out what feels most like me), and becoming a mom has also altered my style (hello shorts under dresses as I chase two boys around town). Moving from Utah to North Carolina has also played a role, as I started to lean into more Southern styles that are feminine and slightly preppy, which is how so many Tuckernuck dresses ended up in my closet.
And now, one of my all-time favorite fashion retailers is Tuckernuck. I’ve been shopping there for more than eight years, and I’ve become pretty loyal. Friends Jocelyn Moore Gailliot, Madeline Moore, and September Rinnier started it in a Georgetown garage, and it’s 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 a more accessible place to shop online, since it took them hours to find what they wanted.
That’s exactly what Tuckernuck is for me: an online boutique sourced so well that I want to order nearly every item they carry. They carry only the best items from the best brands, which makes shopping easy, and their home section is beautiful and unique. 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, and if you love the look but want to spend less, I also rounded up the best Tuckernuck dupes.
Is Tuckernuck Worth It?
Absolutely. They have a wide variety of brands, from their own in-house brand that is on the more affordable end to designer selections like Zimmerman and Simkhai that run in the thousands. But everything is designed and constructed well, and every piece I’ve ever purchased from Tuckernuck has stayed in my closet for years.
The price is the main reason people hesitate, and it’s definitely not fast fashion prices – but it’s also a lot nicer than fast fashion quality. I think about it as cost per wear, since a sweater dress I’ve worn for five winters costs me less per wear than a cheaper one I’d replace after a season.
The Best Tuckernuck Dresses for Every Occasion
I split my picks into three groups based on where I’d wear them, starting with casual day dresses since those get the most use.
Tuckernuck Casual & Day Dresses
A quick note: Tuckernuck’s “casual” dresses are dressier than most brands’ day dresses since the brand as a whole leans more elevated, so these are going to feel nicer than picks from, say, Madewell.
Cream Ribbed Knit Corey Midi Dress
I wore the Corey sweater dress for our family photos, and it is beyond flattering. I paired it with a suede jacket for a little more coverage, since we all know family photos can be tricky – no matter what you wear, there will always be unflattering angles, and I loved nearly every photo we got from the shoot. (If you’re planning your own, I also have a list of the best dresses for family photos.) I have an XS.
It looks great with tall boots, but you can also wear it with flats. If you’re not sure which boots go with a midi, I broke down what boots to wear with dresses.
Chocolate Vivianne Midi Dress
The Vivianne sweater dress has been a staple in my closet for over five years. I got the black first and then added three other colors, and the chocolate Vivianne is the one to get if you want something more casual. It looks great with tall dark boots, loafers, Mary Janes, pretty much anything. (There are more outfit ideas in my post on how to style a sweater dress.)
It keeps me warm, and it’s never itchy. I wore it through pregnancy and postpartum, and I still wear it now. One heads-up on care: I machine-dry mine once on purpose to shorten it since I’m so short, so if you’re tall, air-dry yours. I have an XS.
Winetasting Crepe Callahan Shirt Dress
I’ve owned the Callahan in two colors: I have the chambray that I wear in the spring and summer, and I got the winetasting Callahan a couple of years ago for fall, which I especially like styled with a belt and loafers, but it’s cute with tall boots and a looser fit as well. It can also work well with ankle boots.
It runs a little large, so size down unless you plan to belt it. I have an XS.
Navy Callum Sweater Dress
I love a ribbed sweater dress, and the Callum is a little different with buttons running all the way up the front; plus, I find buttons make a fitted dress more forgiving since it provides visual interest. I haven’t tried this one yet, but it’s similar to my Sezane Leandra dress that I own and love.
Elevated Tuckernuck Dresses
These are my picks for work and church, and they work well for date night or girls’ night. A couple of them can also stretch to a holiday party if you keep it low-key.
Noir Vivianne Dress
The black Vivianne was the first Tuckernuck dress I ever bought over 5+ years ago, and I’ve worn it every fall and winter since. Black is the easiest color to dress up with tall black boots, or with tights and ankle booties, but it also works well with flats and even sneakers. (My post on how to style sneakers with dresses has more styling tips.)
Chocolate Faux Suede Button Bitsy Mini Dress
The Bitsy is great for both fall and winter, and it comes in multiple colorways. In the fall, I would pair it with tall boots, and once it gets colder, you could layer it over a thin black turtleneck with black tights and black boots. I haven’t worn mine yet because I need to get it hemmed (it’s a little long on me), but this style would be cute for a Thanksgiving outfit, girls’ night, a date night look, or even a holiday work party dress.
Noctis Amina Sleeveless Knit Dress
The Amina has a unique and eye-catching pattern without being overly loud. I like that it’s sleeveless, which lends itself to feeling dressier, and the pattern and fringe make it feel more special than a simple knit dress.
I’d wear it to church or out during the day when I’m feeling fancy, and it works for a cocktail party if you dress it up with accessories.
Tuckernuck Dresses for Special Events
This is where I often shop for holiday parties, Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, and winter weddings.
Velvet Elodie Dress
I got the velvet Elodie last year and wore it to our Christmas Eve service and to a work holiday party. It is super flattering and has a little stretch, so it’s comfortable enough to wrangle kids if you wear it to church, as I did. The hemline is fun, with just a little bit of twirl, and you can dress it up even more by styling your hair up and wearing statement accessories. Or, keep it more simple for church services. (My guide on what to wear on Christmas Eve has more outfits for the holidays.)
Black Off-the-Shoulder Sybil Sweater Dress
This is the second year in a row I’ve wished I had bought the Sybil, so I might just need to break down and get it. The off-the-shoulder neckline is what makes this black sweater dress feel dressy. It’s a perfect holiday cocktail dress, and it’d also work for a winter wedding guest dress, and it would work for a work event or date night too.
Garnet Lee Gown
The Lee Gown is absolutely stunning, but also so simple. I love the deeper red, and the bow is the only statement it needs. It would be beautiful for a winter wedding or a holiday gala – it’s a true gown, so for most of us it’s a dress for one or two big events a year.
Chartreuse Satin Sinclair Dress
The Sinclair is an unexpected color for holiday events. I love the satin, and I especially like chartreuse. It’d be great for a cocktail party, any holiday party, or even a black-tie wedding.
Gilded Blossom Jacquard Marlowe Dress
The gilded jacquard on the Marlowe is unique, and the pattern feels festive for the holidays. It also comes in plain satin colorways if you like the fit more than the jacquard pattern. I would pair it with black tights and black booties, which is how I wear most of my dresses in the winter, or just brave the cooler temperatures and wear a fun heel.
Tuckernuck Dresses Sizing
Since Tuckernuck is an online boutique, the sizing is a little different for each brand they carry. Every item has a detailed “size and fit” section that tells you what size the model is wearing and her measurements, and I also find the reviews on each dress help me make a good guess on sizing.
Tuckernuck’s in-house brand runs pretty true to size; if anything, a little large. I wear an XS in most everything (and I typically buy a small in other brands), and the only places I’ve run into trouble are the bust since I’m a 32D and the length since I’m 5’1”. For anything fitted through the top, go by your bust measurement first. That’s the spot where a dress is most likely to run small, and it’s the hardest thing to fix with a tailor.
FAQ
Does Tuckernuck run true to size?
Mostly, yes. Tuckernuck’s in-house brand runs pretty true to size, but dresses that are fitted through the bust can run small. I break down how each dress in this post fits me in the sizing section above.
Why is Tuckernuck so expensive?
Tuckernuck is a boutique that sells its own in-house line alongside other brands, so prices are higher than fast fashion. In my experience, the in-house dresses I own have lasted for years, which brings the cost per wear down.
What is Tuckernuck’s return policy?
Tuckernuck offers free returns in the US within 21 days of delivery. Items need to be unworn, unwashed, and undamaged with the tags attached, and anything marked Final Sale can’t be returned or exchanged.
The Bottom Line
If you’re only buying one of these Tuckernuck dresses, start with the Vivianne. It’s the one I’ve owned the longest, and it’s the first one I’d buy again. I also rounded up my favorite Tuckernuck tops.
Alright, I’ll wrap this up and go talk myself into the Sybil before it sells out. Thanks for reading, and I hope you find a dress or two you love.
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4 responses to “Tuckernuck Dresses Worth Buying (My Top Picks)”
I LOVE the Blue Annalee Dress!!
Why are your dresses all so short, is this the style?
I love Tucker buck and have ordered several dresses this summer. I love them but size up because they are too short! (5’9″ )
That first dress is so gorgeous on you!!