A cult favorite, the Naked palette by Urban Decay is nothing short of amazing. Whether you’re a fan of the original or have found your go-to in some of its variations, there’s no doubt the palette has taken the beauty world by storm, with no signs of stopping. The shadows in these sets are smooth, pigmented and come in neutral tones we can wear no matter what the occasion. The biggest downfall of the palettes is the cost; at $54 each, they’re not exactly easy on a college girl’s budget.
Since we care about your eyeshadow game and your wallet, here are six palettes that are just as fabulous as the Naked collection, without the high-end price tag.
1. The Nudes Palette by Maybelline ($9.99)
For $10, you can master a runway-inspired smoky eye or a neutral look for your internship with 12 easy-to-apply shades.
2. Color Riche La Palette Nude 1 by L’Oréal ($19.99)
As if the sleek packaging isn’t enough to draw you in, the long-lasting and pigmented shadows in this palette will allow you to create an endless variety of looks.
3. Nude Rose 12 Color Eyeshadow Palette by BH Cosmetics ($9.50)
Just like the Naked palettes, the shadows in this set come in multiple different finishes: satin, matte and shimmer. It’s also vegan, paraben-free and allergy tested.
4. The Natural Shadow Palette by NYX Cosmetics ($7.50)
This six-color collection allows you to go natural or dramatic. Worn alone, blended together or used as a base for colorful eyeshadows, there is plenty of variation in this palette.
5. Individual Eyes Compact in Smokey Blues by NYC ($4.50)
The packaging on this palette says it’s for gals with blue eyes, but anyone can use it, since the silky powder neutrals work well with any eye color. An added bonus? The shadows are comparable dupes for three Naked shades: Half-Baked, Smog and Darkhorse.
6. NUDE ‘tude Nude Eyeshadow Palette by theBalm Cosmetics ($36)
The most expensive of the bunch, this palette is still cheaper than the Naked palettes by $18. Inside, you’ll find a beautiful set of 12 neutrals with names that bring out your inner sassy girl emoji: Snobby, Sultry, Silly, Sleek and Sophisticated, just to name a few.