Pantone has released its color of the year for 2025, and Mocha Mousse brings all the warmth your home is craving. A mellow brown that is equally evocative and comforting, the hue might remind you of the delectable quality of cacao, chocolate and coffee. The balanced shade is earthy and warm yet not overwhelming for a refined, elegant finish that easily elevates many different decor styles.
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“Underpinned by our desire for every day pleasures, PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse expresses a level of thoughtful indulgence,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. “Sophisticated and lush, yet at the same time an unpretentious classic, PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse extends our perceptions of the browns from being humble and grounded to embrace aspirational and luxe.”
As many designers continue to draw inspiration from the natural world, Pantone’s choice will seamlessly integrate with current trends in the design world. Simultaneously modern and timeless, the hue will likely remain popular well beyond 2025. Our favorite ways to integrate the color? Through plush textiles that elevate Mocha Mousse’s warmth, such as throw pillows, or matte ceramic vases or lamps that allow the rich brown to shine.