Le Creuset's Newest Color Is the Perfect Hue for Spring

Iconic French cookware company Le Creuset just released their latest hue, shallot. The purple-gray is reminiscent of the innermost layers of — you guessed it — the member of the onion family of the same name.

Le Creuset is perhaps best known for its cerise shade (cherry red), but shallot is further proof that there's a Le Creuset color for everyone. The soft pastel hue that is shallot will remind you of early spring bulbs, the foil wrapping on a chocolate egg, and a hazy, dewy morning.

Shop the latest Le Creuset color with a few of our favorite of the brand's cookware items below. A hint of pastel purple is exactly what your kitchen needs this spring.

Our Le Creuset Favorites in Shallot

Le Creuset Mug

To buy: $24, lecreuset.com

The Le Creuset mug is large enough to hold the biggest cup of tea or a large serving of a hearty soup. It's dishwasher- and microwave-safe, and in shallot it'll add a touch of spring to your morning brew.

Le Creuset Signature Saucepan

To buy: $225 to $268, lecreuset.com

The signature saucepan is relatively lightweight when compared to other similarly sized cast iron pans. It comes with a matching lid, and the opposing handles makes it super easy to maneuver.

Le Creuset French Press

To buy: $85, lecreuset.com

A french press doesn't have to be plain silver or glass. The Le Creuset french press is an added pop of color to your coffee routine and kitchen counter beverage bar. It's made of a premium stoneware to keep your drink hot or cold for as long as possible.

Le Creuset Casserole Dish

To buy: $135 to $140, lecreuset.com

In the shallot color the rectangular casserole dish is a staple for any spring-themed decorative vignette on a kitchen shelf or for serving food at a garden party. The lid makes it easy to transport, carry, and store. Plus, the glaze is non-stick, making cleanup easy.

Le Creuset Salt and Pepper Grinder

To buy: $75 to $94, lecreuset.com

Add the shallot salt and pepper grinder set to your spring tablescape. The set is resistant to moisture, grease, and corrosion.

Le Creuset Dutch Oven

To buy: $260 to $625, lecreuset.com

A Dutch oven is a staple in every kitchen. But even if you already have one, that doesn't mean you can't get another in a different size or color. The Le Creuset Dutch oven is made to last; it'll be a versatile piece you'll keep for decades.