Palettes are a safe way to go for the makeup wearer in your lifetime – they're special, long-lasting, and can easily hold sentimental value.

Already new palettes – which an abundance launch at this time of the year – are striking the market.

Some more creative, others more wearable for everyday, with a number of textures and finishes, meaning there is something for everybody.

These are some of our favourite picks to add to your wish list, because self-gifting is entirely valid too.

Vieve The Muse Palette

Get it for lb43 from Cult Beauty.

Influencer-led brands can be hit or miss – although not Vieve.

Jamie Genevieve hasn't launched a dud yet, and this latest addition is just as impressive the rest of the line.

Buildable pigment with warm earthy tones means this palette is simple to create work no matter your skill level.

The mattes are deep in tone too, so a wider range of skin tones will be able to get this to work.

Go along with a brush around the mattes and fingers using the shimmers to find the best pay-off.

Dolce&Gabbana Eye Hearts Palette

Get it for lb59 from Lookfantastic.

When you think of Dolce&Gabbana, makeup may not be the first thing that comes to mind – however it ought to be.

This palette, beautiful in the outer packaging design, is just as beautiful inside too.

Pigments are surprisingly rich and incredibly warm toned through reds and pinks, making it slightly 'romantic' in feel.

The two marbled shades are sheerer, being employed as reflective shades to layer over others.

Makeup by Mario Master Metallics

Get it for lb41 from Cult Beauty.

A shimmer-lover's dream, use single shades alone all around the lid or use this alongside an all-matte palette to create a fuller look.

We love how buttery shades feel and how rich the shimmers apply with one wipe of a finger.

From a gold flecked olive to a sea blue, there's enough shades in for you to definitely think of a number of looks.

Coca-Cola X Morphe Cherry Coke Artistry Palette

Get it for lb24 from Boots.

A trend is clear here: pinks and red are having a minute.

For the Coke and retro lover in your life, it has enough neutral tones to ensure you're not only stuck to with pink looks, though the monochrome theme here is strong.

To turn it into a set, the gathering also comes with a coke themed blush and lip gloss.

Pat McGrath Mthrshp Mega: Celestial Odyssey

Get it for lb60 from Pat McGrath.

Pat McGrath's most coveted large palettes retail for a hefty lb120, but at Christmas time she launches other large versions for half the price.

This doesn't have the 'special shades' (the baked ultra-shimmery shades) the regular palettes are recognized for, but it is a great initial step in to the brand's formulation.

For the ones that enjoy being creative using their makeup, you can't go wrong.

Bobbi Brown Luxe Gold and silver Eyeshadow Palette

Get it for lb55 from John Lewis.

If you like neutrals but feel you need a refresh, try this Christmas palette from Bobbi Brown which makes utilization of a liquid-powder formula for a more creamy and reflective finish than regular powders.

It is available in a pretty case too, which makes it much more gift worthy.

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MAC Cosmetics Surprise Eyes Cool

Get it for lb25 from Mac.

Cool tones haven't been trendy in the same way as warm tones inside a very long time, therefore it can be difficult to find a solid offering here.

While this is available in three different colour ways, the Cool version feels quite different other options available on the market at this time.

And, it is the classic Mac formula you know and love.

Too Faced Cinnamon Swirl Sweet & Spicy

Get it for lb40 from Beauty Bay.

Every year Too Faced release an autumnal palette that's sweetly scented – this time, it's cinnamon swirls.

A high quality formulation, pigments are buttery and blend along with ease.

Toasty and golden in tone overall, this is perfect for those who like their eye looks warm and bronzed.

Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Palette of Pearls

Get it for lb42 from Cult Beauty.

New for Christmas, Charlotte Tilbury's quads feel luxurious and a vintage kind of glam.

These pearlescent shades apply softly for a mature, sophisticated undertake shimmer.

Urban Decay Naked Cyber

Get it for lb45 from Cult Beauty.

A unique palette, this has a range of interesting 'galactic' looking shades.

Some shades possess a shift in tone which makes them unlike other offerings on the market – however it does have its limits.

Deeper skin color will dsicover the very first area of the palette reads ashy, there are a lack of matte shades, meaning you might need for doing things alongside another palette.