Each year, Pantone’s Color of the Year selection offers a cultural snapshot of global moods that capture the essence of collective aspirations and trends, and the color of 2025 is Mocha Mousse, a warm mid-brown. Although muted, it is a rich, versatile color that evokes the comforting richness of cocoa, the smooth indulgence of mousse, combines earthy warmth with modern sophistication and reflects the new global desire for balance, grounding and understated elegance.
Mocha Mousse is the shade of 2025
In a world faced with upheaval and uncertainty, people seek spaces, objects or experiences that ground them, and Mocha Mousse speaks to this collective need for comfort and stability. Deeply rooted in earth tones, the color signifies the importance of our roots and environment, while its understated elegance encourages mindfulness, sustainability and a slower pace of life.
It’s spreading rapidly across design, fashion, interiors and branding as Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse, invites palpable warmth into home decor and interior design, combining the richness of chocolate and coffee with a hint of glamour. This warm brown shade taps into our deep-rooted desire for comfort, creating a feeling of coziness and luxury.
Mocha Mousse in the design trends of 2025
In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Mandeep Ratra, Partner and Studio Director, Hivemind Design LLP, shared, “Mocha Mousse, like the comforting appeal of a cup of coffee, becomes a conversation starter, creating a welcoming atmosphere wherever it is used. In the interior, this earthy tone evokes a sense of calm and relaxation. It can be incorporated in a variety of ways, from flooring that mimics the rich depth of natural stone to accent walls that exude sophistication.”
He added: “Mocha Mousse’s versatility extends to textiles, particularly carpets, where it shines through natural materials such as cotton, jute and wool. The wonderful qualities of Mocha Mousse go beyond just color; they evoke an invitation to linger and indulge in life’s simple pleasures. Through a leather armchair, soft linen curtains or an elegant rug, this shade can bring a balance of comfort, style and tasteful glamor to any home.”
