Every beauty fan needs a brilliant eyeshadow palette in their collection.
And while having ultra-wearable shades in our day to day palette is a goal in itself, we all have that occasion where we need an amped-up version of our regular eyewear.
This is where investing in a glam eyeshadow palette makes sense. Be it deeper shades or glitter and shimmer, certain palettes just have that wow factor that make them better suited to a night out or special event.
There are so many amazing options out there these days, that it can be really hard to know where to start when it comes to picking just one glam eyeshadow palette.
Brands such as Urban Decay, for example, are known for their amazing Naked palette spin-offs, which the beauty set go completely wild for. In the first year of a new Naked palette launch, the brand sells one every 5 seconds; an incredible feat considering the sheer amount of choice on the market.
But there are plenty more iconic palettes from brands such as Lime Crime, Pat McGrath and Huda Beauty that deserve just as much attention. So how should you use which one is best for you?
Browse the below edit to pick the perfect glam eyeshadow palette for you.
Best Glam Eyeshadow Palettes
Lime Crime Venus XL 2 Eye Palette
The price point of this impressive palette may deter you at first, but when you realise there are a cool 18 shades within the product, you’ll realise just how good value it actually is.
With earthy tones ranging from greens to pinks, there are plenty of colour combinations to be made. And in addition, there are also four finishes on offer: matte, metallic, foil and sheer iridescent. 100 per cent vegan.
£56 | Feel Unique | Buy it now
Pat McGrath Labs Mothership V Eyeshadow Palette in Bronze Seduction
While a palette by Pat McGrath will set you back over £100, it’s important to consider a few things. First, these products are designed and formulated by the Mother of makeup herself, which is already pretty valuable and exciting for a beauty fan. Second, the textures are incredible; silky smooth and blend-able like a dream. Third, just look at those colours. Enough said.
£115 | Selfridges | Buy it now
Huda Beauty Desert Dusk Palette
Huda palettes are something of a beauty phenomenon; every new one is met with unparalleled success and excitement.
The main reason for this is the amazing unique shades Huda includes in her palettes. Desert Dusk is full of shimmering champagnes, rich bronzes and deep reds, all of which work beautifully together.
The highlight has to be ‘Cosmo;’ the one pure glitter shade that is perfect for patting on top of other colours.
£56 | Cult Beauty | Buy it now
Urban Decay Naked Heat Palette
While the original naked palette has been laid to rest, there are still some great options to choose from in the Naked franchise; the most ‘glam’ of which has to be Naked Heat.
With gorgeously rich reds, browns, and bronzes, these work amazingly well as liners as well as pure eyeshadows. And — like with all of Urban Decay’s eyeshadows — each shade has an incomparable buttery texture that blends effortlessly.
£42 | Look Fantastic | Buy it now
MAKE Beauty Nude Palette
While it may not look like a traditional ‘glam’ palette, this one by MAKE is perfect for the understated woman who wants to amp up her look to go from office to dance floor.
The paler hues work for day, and the deeper browns are great for blending in later to add depth. It’s also a great option to throw in your bag on your after-work night out, thanks to its petite size and two additional face products.
£32 | Net-A-Porter | Buy it now
Anastasia Beverly Hills Norvina Palette
Anastasia Beverly Hills started out in brow products, but her amazing eyeshadow palettes are now arguably the stuff of legends.
The Norvina palette has a purple-pink colour scheme, and plenty of glistening shimmer to add a touch of sparkle to any outfit. If you prefer to keep things pared-down, fear not; Norvina also boasts some brilliant matte neutrals.
£46 | Cult Beauty | Buy it now
Charlotte Tilbury The Vintage Vamp Eyeshadow Palette
Charlotte Tilbury quads are great for creating a specific type of look, and the ‘Vintage Vamp’ option goes down the mysterious, smoky red and purple route.
You can build your look up by starting with the pale pink shade in the inner corner, then blending in the deeper colours, before finishing by pressing in some gold glitter. Add a touch of hi-shine red lip gloss and some 20s waves, and you’re good to go.
£39 | Charlotte Tilbury | Buy it now
Bareminerals Gen Nude Eyeshadow Palette In Copper
A beautiful yet compact palette that features some hardworking yet versatile shades, this is a brilliant mid-range option for when you need a treat, but can’t flash the cash too much.
Despite the pale colours and deeper browns being great, it’s the shimmering rose gold ‘Boho’ shade that is the clear standout.
£29 | Boots | Buy it now
Marc Jacobs Beauty Eye-Conic Multi-Finish Eyeshadow Palette - Glambition
A stunning palette that looks as good on the outside as it does on the inside with its slimline packaging, each shade comes in one of four finishes: velvet, satin, silk, and lamé.
The highly pigmented powders mean each shade lasts for ages, and the shadows boast ultra long-wear on the eye, too, so you’ll be getting a good deal for the amount you pay with this one.
£40 | Harvey Nichols | Buy it now
ZOEVA Caramel Melange Voyager Eyeshadow Palette
One of the superior affordable options around, Zoeva offers a great range of pretty palettes, but this slick option is our favourite — plus it can be bought for less than £20.
With mattes, metallics, and shimmers, you get a good range of finishes, and the shade range is warm and comforting, yet extremely stylish.
£14 | Feel Unique | Buy it now
Verdict:
While the ultimate beauty fan should certainly consider splurging on a coveted Pat McGrath palette, the Urban Decay Naked Heat Palette and the Anastasia Beverly Hills palette are both excellent options.
Despite having two differing colour schemes (warm, rich reds, and shimmering purples, respectively), both add so much to the table, and won’t set you back an unsightly amount of money.
Jessica Reynolds // Shopping Editor
