Uniform Colour Matching
M&S School Uniform: Which Hair Accessories Match?
Marks & Spencer is one of the most trusted names in UK school uniform — known for quality fabrics, consistent colours, and pieces that last the whole year. Once your daughter's uniform is sorted, here's how to find hair accessories that match your M&S pieces perfectly.
Why M&S uniform colours match so well
M&S uses high-quality dyes and consistent colour standards across their uniform range — which means their navy really is navy, their red really is red, and the shade stays true after washing. This makes matching hair accessories much more straightforward.
M&S Navy Blue Uniform
M&S navy is a true, deep blue — and our navy accessories are an excellent match. Recommended: Navy bow clips, Navy bobbles and scrunchies, Navy headbands, Navy gingham, and our 10 for £10 Navy Pick & Mix.
M&S Red Uniform
M&S red is a bright, clear red — the classic primary school red. Recommended: Red bow clips, Red bobbles and scrunchies, Red headbands, Red gingham, and our 10 for £10 Red Pick & Mix.
M&S Royal Blue Uniform
M&S stocks a bright royal blue that's clearly distinct from navy — vivid, rich, and unmistakably blue. Recommended: Royal blue bow clips, Royal blue bobbles and scrunchies, Royal blue headbands, Royal blue gingham, and our 10 for £10 Royal Blue Pick & Mix.
M&S Green Uniform
M&S most commonly stocks bottle/hunter green and emerald. Dark forest-like green: match with Hunter/Bottle Green accessories. Bright vivid green: match with Emerald Green accessories. Mid-tone green: match with Jade Green accessories.
M&S Burgundy Uniform
M&S burgundy is a classic, rich wine red. Recommended: Burgundy bow clips, Burgundy bobbles and scrunchies, Burgundy headbands, Burgundy gingham, and our 10 for £10 Burgundy Pick & Mix.
M&S Gingham Summer Dresses
M&S sells gingham school dresses in several colours for summer term — most commonly navy, red and pink gingham. Match with: Navy gingham accessories, Red gingham accessories, and Royal blue gingham accessories.
Find Your M&S Uniform Match
Shop By Uniform ColourFAQs
Does M&S uniform colour stay consistent after washing?
M&S uniforms are well-regarded for colour retention — the shades hold well throughout the school year.
M&S does an Easy Dressing range — does this affect colour matching?
No — the Easy Dressing range uses the same colours as the standard M&S uniform range. The difference is in the fastenings, not the colour.
Written by Lauren, founder of School Hair Accessories.
School Hair Accessories UK is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by M&S. Brand names are used only to help parents compare school uniform colours and choose coordinating hair accessories.