Complete Your Look: Hats, Shoes & Bags Explained
When it comes to occasionwear, finding the perfect dress is only the beginning.
The accessories you choose can completely transform your look, adding elegance, personality and polish while ensuring you feel confident from the moment you leave home until the last dance of the evening.
At Nicola Ross, we believe great styling is all about the finishing touches. That's why our own Nicola Ross accessories collection has become such a customer favourite. Expertly designed with both style and comfort in mind, our shoes and bags are created to complement occasionwear beautifully while providing the comfort needed for all-day wear.
Whether you're attending a wedding, celebrating a special occasion or shopping for your Mother of the Bride or Groom outfit, here's our guide to choosing the perfect accessories.
Why Accessories Matter
You've found the dress.
You've chosen the colour.
Now it's time to complete the look.
Accessories help create a cohesive outfit, whether you're matching tones perfectly or introducing a contrasting pop of colour. They can elevate even the simplest dress and often become the pieces that attract the most compliments on the day.
A beautifully matched bag and shoe combination instantly creates a more luxurious, considered look.
Comfort Is Just As Important As Style
One of the biggest concerns we hear from customers is footwear.
Many women worry about spending an entire day standing, walking, greeting guests, dancing and celebrating in uncomfortable shoes.
That's exactly why our Nicola Ross occasion footwear collection was created.
Our shoes are expertly designed to offer the perfect balance between elegance and comfort. Carefully selected heel heights, supportive construction and premium materials ensure you can comfortably wear them from the ceremony right through to the final dance.
Because looking amazing should never mean sacrificing comfort.
The Power of Colour
A matching shoe and bag set remains one of the easiest ways to create a polished occasionwear look.
Make a Statement with Royal Blue
Nothing catches the eye quite like royal blue.
This striking shoe and clutch combination is perfect for women who love to add a bold touch to their occasionwear. The elegant bow detailing creates a feminine finish, while the matching clutch ties the entire look together beautifully.
Royal blue works particularly well with navy, silver, ivory and monochrome outfits, making it a versatile choice for weddings, race days and formal celebrations. It's the perfect option when you want your accessories to stand out while still looking sophisticated and timeless.
Timeless Elegance in Champagne Gold
If there is one accessory colour every occasionwear wardrobe should have, it's champagne gold.
Luxurious yet incredibly versatile, this elegant shoe and handbag combination complements almost every colour palette imaginable. From navy and blush pink to emerald, plum and ivory, champagne gold adds warmth and sophistication without overpowering your outfit.
Our customers love this collection because it offers the perfect blend of glamour and practicality. These are pieces you'll reach for season after season, making them a worthwhile investment for weddings, parties and special events.
Soft Sophistication with Ivory & Gold
For a softer and more romantic look, ivory and gold accessories are always a beautiful choice.
This elegant combination offers subtle shimmer and understated luxury, making it particularly popular for summer weddings and daytime celebrations. The delicate colour palette works effortlessly with floral prints, pastel shades and neutral occasionwear.
The beauty of ivory accessories is their versatility. They create a fresh, polished finish while remaining timeless and easy to style with a wide range of outfits.
Silver Accessories: A Modern Classic
Silver remains one of the most popular accessory choices for special occasions, and it's easy to see why.
Elegant, refined and endlessly versatile, silver accessories add a subtle touch of glamour while complementing almost every colour palette. Whether paired with navy, black, blush pink or vibrant jewel tones, silver provides a polished finish that never dates.
This beautifully coordinated shoe and bag set is perfect for women who love classic styling with a modern edge.
Pretty in Blush Pink
Blush pink continues to be one of the most requested colours in occasionwear accessories.
Soft, feminine and effortlessly elegant, this beautifully matched shoe and bag set brings warmth and sophistication to any outfit. It works particularly well with floral occasionwear, neutral tones and romantic wedding guest looks.
Blush pink has become a timeless alternative to traditional neutrals, offering a subtle hint of colour while remaining incredibly easy to wear.
The Power of Monochrome
Sometimes the simplest combinations are the most impactful.
This chic black and white accessory set offers timeless sophistication and a fashion-forward finish. Perfect for monochrome outfits, black dresses or contemporary occasionwear, it proves that classic styling never goes out of fashion.
For women who love clean lines and effortless elegance, monochrome accessories are a wardrobe staple that can be worn time and time again.
Designed for Comfort as Well as Style
One of the most common concerns we hear from customers is finding occasion shoes that look beautiful but remain comfortable throughout the day.
Our Nicola Ross footwear collection has been carefully designed with real women in mind. From supportive construction and wearable heel heights to premium materials and thoughtful design details, every pair is created to provide exceptional comfort without compromising on style.
Whether you're walking down church steps, greeting guests, attending a garden party or dancing into the evening, our shoes are designed to keep you feeling as good as you look.
Let Us Complete Your Look
At Nicola Ross, we're proud to be a true one-stop shop for occasionwear.
Alongside our carefully curated collection of Mother of the Bride and Groom outfits, wedding guest dresses and occasionwear, you'll find coordinating shoes, bags and accessories designed to complete your look effortlessly.
With over 30 years of styling experience, our team can help you choose the perfect finishing touches to complement your outfit and ensure you feel confident for every special occasion.
Because when the accessories are right, everything else falls perfectly into place.
