The Best Tuckernuck Dresses (for every occasion)

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 of other popular fashion posts.)

One of my ALL time favorite fashion retailers is Tuckernuck. I discovered Tuckernuck only a few years ago, but I’ve become rather loyal since finding them. 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 a more accessible place to shop (specifically online) since it took 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.

Tuckernuck Dresses Sizing

Before we get into the dresses, I wanted to share a note on sizing. Since Tuckernuck is an online boutique, the sizing is a little different for each brand they carry. For that reason, they have a detailed “size and fit” section on every item. This will tell you what size the model is wearing and her measurements. I also find that the reviews on each dress help me make a good guess on sizing.

Tuckernuck also has an in-house brand, and I find that it runs pretty true-to-size. The only style that I find runs small is their Chloe dress – and that’s because it’s super fitted in the chest. I sized up to a small in that and wear an XS in most everything else.

The Best Tuckernuck Dresses for Every Occasion

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

1. Callahan Shirt Dress

I love the fit of the Callahan oversized shirt dress. I wear 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 (this happens to be one of my favorite nursing friendly dresses).

This dress comes in a ton of different materials. I own the chambray, which comes in a sheer linen material (I tend to wear tan Amazon biker shorts underneath, which I like to wear when chasing my kids around in a dress). I also own the Winetasting colorway, which comes in a crepe fabric (much better for cooler weather). That color doesn’t need a slip or shorts underneath. 

I love this dress because the style can easily be worn in every single season. The sleeves give it that cold weather “feel”, but the shirt dress cut also lends itself to warmer days. It’s also one of my favorite dresses to wear to church. (This post has more ideas about what to wear to church.)

2. Chloe Dress

I got the Chloe Dress in a summer order last year, 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 baby showers (here are my favorite baby shower guest outfit ideas), graduation ceremonies (here are some other graduation ceremony outfit ideas), special church services, work lunches, etc. I love having something like this in my closet for dressier events. While the lilac color is on the warm weather side, the Chloe dress comes in a TON of colors. The shape is functional for all seasons, and so is the fabric. Tuckernuck also made a mini version of this dress, and I LOVE the Cerise Blossom color.

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. This Navy Elle Dress is similar but a cute sleeveless option.

3. Sleeveless Charlie Dress

I got the Navy Sleeveless Charlie Dress last summer and just pulled it out again this year. The material is a blend of cotton, nylon, and spandex so it’s crazy comfortable. Sleeveless is my preference in the summer, and the front of this dress has a placket to hide the buttons that go all the way down. This is nursing friendly (even pregnancy friendly) and the fit is roomy and relaxed, but get your true size so the arm holes fit correctly. I have an XS.

This is another great dress to buy now since it can easily be worn into the middle of fall with sneakers. I also have the Flax colorway, which has a braided hem and a brushed canvas fabric (see the Flax color on me here).

4. Pink Embroidery Eliza Midi Dress

I’m actually eyeing this Pink Embroidery Eliza Midi Dress for an Easter dress option! I love the stand ruffle collar and smocked puff sleeves. The midi length is my favorite for Easter (and church in general) since it’s conservative and easy to wear while wrangling kids. Hyacinth House is one of the brands I’m always drawn to at Tuckernuck because their prices are so good. This also comes in a green which could be a fun option to wear to The Masters.

5. Hot Pink Dupioni Esme Dress

Hello gorgeous! This Hot Pink Dupioni Esme Dress is striking in the very best way. It’d be the perfect dress for a dressy summer wedding. The material has a dressy sheen to it, but the midi length lends itself to all dress codes. With the right shoes, you could even get away with wearing this for black-tie. It comes in other colors, too, but I’m always going with pink when it’s an option. The best part of this dress is that the back has a smocked panel, which instantly makes every dress more comfortable.

6. Chambray Lyles Dress

This Lyles Dress is a perfect “everything” dress. I wore the red colorway for family photos this past fall (see my favorite family photos dress ideas linked in this post), but the chambray would work perfectly for church services, brunch, or a baby shower. The material isn’t super thick, but it’s also not thin – so, like I said, it really does work for everything. The fit is shockingly good, even without the belt. Maxi dresses can swallow my petite frame, but this fits perfectly. 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.

7. Tweed Jackie Dress

Like the Chloe dress I mentioned above, this Tweed Jackie Dress is another Tuckernuck staple that comes in a million colors. It’s the perfect polished option for graduation ceremonies, a baptism, Easter, a baby shower, or a formal brunch. I love the laid-back shift style mixed with the braided trim and vintage-inspired buttons. You can style this with kitten heels or ballet flats.

8. Kelly Green Tweed Campbell Romper

Do rompers count as dresses? Today they do. This Kelly Green Tweed Campbell Romper is my most recent Tuckernuck purchase (I bought it as an option for The Masters), and I LOVE it. I ordered an XS, and the waist was too fitted, so I’m exchanging for a small. I shared a try-on video here on LTK. It’s ideal for spring since tweed is heavier than cotton, but the sleeveless fit lends itself to warmer weather, too.

9. Savannah Stripe Crawford Dress

I’m so excited that the Savannah Stripe Crawford Dress is returning this year. When I see it, I immediately picture myself wearing it for the 4th of July (my favorite holiday). I love the trim on the cuffs and hem mixed with the light blue stripes. You can style this casually with nude flip-flops or wear it for the evening with a pair of heeled sandals. I love the relaxed fit that leaves lots of room for comfort.

10. Baby Blue Ditsy Floral Hillsborough Dress

This Baby Blue Ditsy Floral Hillsborough Dress feels like a great summer dress, doesn’t it? The small floral pattern, 3/4 length sleeves, and midi length are everything I look for in a sundress. It comes in four colors, but the blue is the most subdued. Pair with nude heels or flat sandals.

11. Red And Blue Stripe Mini Ceci Dress

I just ordered this Red And Blue Stripe Mini Ceci Dress, and I can’t wait to wear it in summer. It has that casual vibe for busy moms, but the scallop details make it special enough to dress up with heels for dinner. The button front placket makes this a breastfeeding-friendly dress, too.

12. Cornflower Blue And Navy Crochet Cooper Mini Dress

I also ordered the Cornflower Blue And Navy Crochet Cooper Mini Dress for summer. Crochet is a big 2025 fashion trend that I’m planning to embrace this year. The square neckline and mini length will work well over a swimsuit for the pool, or you could dress it up with heels for a night out.

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

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