When you want to add a little smoulder to your date-night look, the easiest thing to do is throw on a dramatic set of falsies and smoked-out eye shadow. When it comes to making the latter happen, you want to find a palette that fits a certain criteria: the shadows have to be pigmented, creamy, and easy to blend out, and come with a wide range of deep, sultry colours that grab all the attention. Ahead, we've rounded up the sexiest eye shadow palettes on the market that will make you feel hot.
Pat McGrath Labs Mothership II Eyeshadow Palette in Sublime
The shimmering, moody hues of the Pat McGrath Labs Mothership II Eyeshadow Palette in Sublime [1] ($125) will make your eyes look downright mesmerising.
Laura Mercier Eye Art Artist's Palette
Look no further than these rosy mauve shades in the Laura Mercier Eye Art Artist's Palette [2] ($55) for a first date.
Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Palette Colour-Coded Eyeshadow Palette
For an easy-to-apply copper smoky eye look, try the Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Palette Colour-Coded Eyeshadow Palette [3] ($53).
Urban Decay Born to Run Eyeshadow Palette
Add a pop of colour to your night-out look with the Urban Decay Born to Run Eyeshadow Palette [4] ($49).
Lorac Pro Palette
Going for the classic sultry eye? The Lorac Pro Palette [5] ($44) is easy to blend and is ideal for any night out.
Too Faced Chocolate Bar Eyeshadow Palette
Not only does the Too Faced Chocolate Bar Eyeshadow Palette [6] ($49) smell good enough to eat, but the bronze and gold hues will draw attention to your eyes.
Chantecaille 20 Year Anniversary Eye Palette
A sophisticated — yet sexy — eye look is easy to accomplish with the Chantecaille 20 Year Anniversary Eye Palette [7] ($85).
Stila Eyes Are the Window Soul Eyeshadow Palette
If you prefer cool-toned eye shadows, the Stila Eyes Are the Window Soul Eyeshadow Palette [8] ($49) brings the goods — and the drama.
Winky Lux Coffee Eyeshadow Palette
Coffee date? How fitting that this java-scented Winky Lux Coffee Eyeshadow Palette [9] ($25) exists. The mocha hues are flattering on every skin tone, and the pop of shimmer will look hot in the centre of your lid.