10 Best Eye Shadow Palettes

When it comes to getting the right eye shadow palette, there are a lot to consider. Variety, warmth, texture, color, price and a wealth of other factors go into the decision. These are the best eye shadow palettes available right now.

Naked 1

The Naked palettes are the universal favorite in eye shadow palettes. With three different generations in the main series of palettes, here's really something for everyone. The strongest option out of the three is the original Naked palette, especially if you're looking for warm toned colors. If you'd prefer a cool toned palette try out the Naked 2 and for a pink toned palette, go for the Naked 3.

Naked Basics

If you're all about simplicity and matte shades, then the Naked Basics palette is like a dream come true. The palette offers six colors including ever-useful creams, browns and a black shade. If you're loo

Charlotte Tilbury Dolce Vita

Charlotte Tilbury offers a series of palettes all based on different signature looks. The Dolce Vita is a luxurious option well suited for autumn and winter. The first three gorgeous colors, a cream, a brown and a deep russet red all have a subtle shimmer running through them. The last golden-brown color packs a punch will full-on glitter.

Lorac Pro Palette

The Lorac Pro Palette features a beautifully formulated range of colors. The opaqueness of the shadows is what makes the palette stand out; one swipe of eye shadow is all you need. In addition, the color and texture variation offers a well-rounded array of choices. The top row has a complete offering of matte colors and the bottom row is dedicated to shimmers.

MAC Custom Palette

MAC eye shadows are a cult classic. While you can find them in premade palettes, MAC has the amazing option to create your own 2, 4 or 15 shadow palette. This is the perfect way to go for those who like to collect shadows slowly over time and create their own looks. If you've never found anything quite perfect for you, maybe a custom palette is the way to go!

Clinique All About Shadow 8-Pan Palette

This palette is an amazing size for travel and is in a great price range for high-end shadows. The formula is high quality and the color choices include a lovely highlight color and a selection of browns and red-browns. ÔBlack-Honey', the shade second from the right is especially gorgeous.

Too Faced Natural Eyes Palette

If buying cruelty free makeup is something you aim for, then the Too Faced Natural Eyes Palette is certainly the best option out there. Its got a great range of neutrals, mattes and shimmers, especially for a palette that houses just nine colors. Plus, its got three pre-made looks within the palette, so you don't have to stress about what will look best together.

Stila In The Light Palette

The Stila In The Light Palette is one of the best priced, most loved neutral palettes on the market. The palette offers 10 warm toned options, including the cult favorite champagne color, ÔKitten'. It also comes with a free smudge stick in ÔDamsel', which is a universally flattering, dark brown.

Dior 5 Color Palette in ‘Stylish Move’

When you buy something with the Dior label, quality is expected. This palette wont let you down. There are several variations of the Dior 5 Color Palette, but ‘Stylish Move’ stands out as a great purple-based palette. Purple is a great way to stay neutral, yet add a little something more to an eye shadow look. So, if you’re looking for a safe experiment, give ‘Stylish Move’ a shot!

NARS The NARScissist Palette

NARS is a brand that just keeps knocking it out of the park, so the release of The NARScissist eye shadow palette had the beauty world abuzz. The palette contains a range of fifteen, well pigmented colors, including a well loved shade ÔFez'.