diff --git a/code/datums/outfit.dm b/code/datums/outfit.dm
index 007f7a26daa..182df168bfd 100644
--- a/code/datums/outfit.dm
+++ b/code/datums/outfit.dm
@@ -231,7 +231,7 @@
 		var/obj/item/clothing/under/U = user.w_uniform
 		if(U)
 			U.attach_accessory(SSwardrobe.provide_type(accessory, user))
-		else
+		else if(!visuals_only)
 			WARNING("Unable to equip accessory [accessory] in outfit [name]. No uniform present!")
 
 	if(l_hand)