The Complete Guide to Burgundy School Hair Bows
If your child's school uniform includes burgundy, choosing matching hair accessories is an easy way to create a smart, coordinated look for every school day.
Burgundy has remained one of the UK's most popular school uniform colours for many years, appearing in everything from jumpers and cardigans to ties, blazers and gingham summer dresses. Because every school has its own unique colour combination, finding the right hair accessories can sometimes feel more difficult than it should.
At BowCo, we've made it simple by offering one of the UK's largest collections of burgundy school hair accessories, carefully matched to a wide variety of school uniform colour combinations.
Why Burgundy Is Such a Popular School Uniform Colour
Burgundy is a classic colour that looks smart throughout the school year. It pairs beautifully with both neutral and brighter shades, making it a popular choice for primary schools, academies and secondary schools across the UK.
Unlike trend-led colours, burgundy has remained a school uniform favourite for decades because it looks tidy, practical and professional while being easy to coordinate with other uniform colours.
Whether your child wears a burgundy cardigan, jumper, blazer or tie, matching hair accessories help complete their school uniform in a simple but stylish way.
Finding the Right Burgundy Colour Combination
One of the biggest challenges parents face is that very few schools wear plain burgundy on its own.
Many schools combine burgundy with another colour, which is why it's important to choose accessories that match the full uniform rather than just one element.
At BowCo, our burgundy collection includes:
š Plain Burgundy
š Burgundy & White
š Burgundy & Yellow
š Burgundy & Navy
š Burgundy & Blue Topaz
š Burgundy & Bluebell
š Burgundy & Grey
š Burgundy & Green
š Burgundy Gingham
This makes it much easier to find accessories that complement your child's individual school colours rather than settling for a close match.
Plain Burgundy or Two-Tone?
Both are popular choices, and the best option often depends on your school's uniform.
Plain Burgundy
Plain burgundy bows are perfect for schools where burgundy is the dominant colour.
They offer a clean, classic appearance that works with almost every hairstyle and are ideal for parents who prefer a timeless look.
Burgundy & White
A crisp and traditional combination that's especially popular with white polo shirts and summer uniforms.
Burgundy & Grey
One of the most popular school colour combinations, pairing beautifully with grey skirts, trousers and pinafores.
Burgundy & Navy
A rich combination often seen with navy blazers or cardigans, creating a smart, coordinated finish.
Burgundy & Yellow
A bright contrast that adds warmth while still perfectly matching many school uniforms.
Burgundy & Blue Topaz
A vibrant pairing that works particularly well where schools use a stronger shade of blue alongside burgundy.
Burgundy & Bluebell
A softer blue combination that's perfect for schools using lighter blue tones.
Burgundy & Green
A distinctive combination used by many schools with bottle green knitwear or ties.
Burgundy Gingham
Ideal for warmer months, our burgundy gingham bows are designed to coordinate beautifully with gingham summer dresses while still matching burgundy winter uniforms.
Choosing the Right Style
Every child is different, which is why choosing the right style is just as important as choosing the right colour.
Many parents choose smaller bows for younger children and larger bows for older girls, but there's no right or wrong answer. The best choice is simply the one your child feels comfortable wearing every day.
Our burgundy collection includes a wide range of styles, making it easy to find something suitable for Reception pupils through to secondary school.
Clips or Elastics?
Both have their advantages.
Clips
Perfect for:
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Fine hair
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Half-up hairstyles
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Shorter hair
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Quick morning styling
Elastics
Ideal for:
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Ponytails
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Thick hair
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Buns
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Active school days
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PE lessons
Many parents keep both options at home so they have flexibility throughout the week.
Complete the Look
Matching hair accessories don't stop with bows.
Many families also choose coordinating:
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Hairbands
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Snap clips
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Hair elastics
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School Starter Bundles
Having matching accessories ready makes busy school mornings quicker and helps ensure there's always a spare when one inevitably goes missing!
Why Parents Choose BowCo
At BowCo, we understand that every school uniform is different.
That's why we've created one of the UK's widest selections of school hair accessories, helping parents find the perfect match without the guesswork.
When you shop with BowCo you'll find:
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Over 70 school uniform colour combinations
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School bows from just Ā£1
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Matching clips, elastics and hairbands
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School Starter Bundles for every school day
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Fast UK dispatch
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Designed in the UK
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Thousands of happy customers across the UK
Our aim is simple: to make it easy for parents to find beautifully coordinated school hair accessories that children love wearing.
Shop Burgundy School Hair Accessories
Whether you're looking for a classic plain burgundy bow or a specific colour combination to match your child's school uniform, BowCo has a style to suit.
Explore our full Burgundy collection to discover bows, clips, elastics, hairbands and bundles designed to help every school morning start that little bit easier.
Because when everything matches perfectly, getting ready for school becomes one less thing to worry about.