Pantone Color of the Year 2025: Mocha Mousse

Each year, Pantone unveils its Color of the Year, setting the tone for industries ranging from interior design to fashion, cosmetics and beyond. For years, experts have heralded brown as the “new black,” celebrated for its versatility and grounding presence as a nuevo neutral. This year, Mocha Mousse takes center stage, poised to redefine how we think about and use this timeless hue.

Paint remains one of the most accessible ways to introduce color into a space. Leading paint brands are already interpreting Mocha Mousse with their unique twists, leaning into plum-infused browns for added depth and richness. Here’s a preview of what’s hitting the mainstream market:

• Benjamin Moore: Cinnamon Slate (2113-40) combines heathered plum with velvety brown for a soft, sophisticated look.
• Sherwin-Williams: Grounded (SW 6089) offers a warm, earthy tone with a calming, natural appeal.
• PPG: Purple Basil (PPG1046-7) tilts brown toward a deeper, red-plum undertone, evoking bold sophistication.
• Behr: Rumors (MQ1-15) embraces a luxurious Merlot-inspired hue, blending drama and warmth.

In fabrics, rich textures like mohair, velvet and silk dominate both interior design and fashion. These materials, paired with Mocha Mousse-inspired shades, add an elevated touch to any space or outfit. Upholstery, window treatments, bedding and accent pillows offer perfect opportunities to incorporate this sumptuous color into your home.

Unexpected applications, such as kitchen appliances, are also embracing this trend. Big Chill has introduced warm desert-inspired tones, offering a retro-modern way to incorporate Mocha Mousse into functional yet stylish spaces. Samsung’s Tuscan Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances offer a bronze colorway which has a soft textured finish.

From paint to textiles and beyond, Mocha Mousse invites us to explore brown in a fresh, contemporary way, bringing warmth, depth and sophistication to every corner of our lives.

Contact NAI to discover the unique and personalized ways we can incorporate this hue in meaningful ways in your interiors!