If, like me, you were heartbroken to hear that Le Creuset were discontinuing the beloved Meringue colorway , you are about to wholeheartedly forgive them. Le Creuset has officially launched the final color of the year – Nuit – and this deep, velvety blue is shaping up to be my favorite shade yet. Le Creuset says, 'Nuit is an intense and evocative hue inspired by the mystery of the night.

Like a moonlit ocean, the luxurious, velvety color swirls from black to true blue.' To complement the deep blue shade, Le Creuset's Nuit collection is the first to feature a chrome knob. Each cast iron pot is adorned with a durable, circular handle – not just functional, but reminiscent of a silver moon in the midnight sky.

I've already put the mini cocottes on my Christmas list (a little early I know, but I'm dreaming of serving indulgent desserts at a New Year's dinner party). Here's our guide to the new Le Creuset color, including all the models our kitchen team has tested and approved (some are even in the Le Creuset sale already). Shop the Nuit by Le Creuset Collection This luxurious new collection is only available on Le Creuset's official site and their selected retailer, Crate & Barrel .

Le Creuset's signature piece, praised by home chefs, celebrities, and professionals alike. Designed to last a lifetime, the deep midnight hue is timeless too. This is also in the sale right now too.

The best braiser money can buy. Le Creuset's large flat shape and shallow sides are ideal for bro.