Each year the Pantone Color Institute’s color experts name a Color of The Year. This is a fun tradition and is meant to inspire people to try out new colors that they maybe wouldn’t otherwise have thought of that ignites creativity for fashion and interior design across the country.
For 2025, that color is Mocha Mousse. Now that we know what hue will be flying off the shelves this year, we’re here to provide some ideas to incorporate it into your home.
Using Mocha Mousse in Your Home
As we begin a new year, Pantone marks the occasion by selecting a color that “captures the global zeitgeist — the color of the year expresses a global mood and an attitude, reflecting collective desire in the form of a single, distinct hue.”
You might feel like it takes a full home redesign to make your space work with this rich color. But think again. While that is an option, you can utilize it throughout your house in various creative ways. Here are some ideas for using this 2025 color trend:
Focal Feature Wall
This luscious, velvety brown selection is extremely versatile, meaning you can pair it with lots of different shades. One way to make your room pop without going too color-heavy is to choose Mocha Mousse as your paint color for one wall. This will create a rich, cozy focal point that exudes feelings of peace and quiet — even in the loudest households. Pair it with lighter neutrals like cream or light gray or go bold with a brighter option.
Full Room Repaint
Want to ditch your current home color and select a new feature tint? Look no further than a luxurious brown. This shade is super cozy, making your room feel welcoming and comfortable for yourself and your guests. Use Mocha Mousse in enclosed spaces like a powder room, home office or small living room for a sophisticated and cocooning effect. Or, opt for a new paint color in each room for a collective redesign that works wonders in any space.
Cozy Sofas and Chairs
If you don’t want to introduce the color in the form of paint, you’ve got plenty of alternatives. Take furniture, for instance. What better way to unwind after a long day than by sinking into a sofa in the shade of chocolate and coffee? You can use brown sofas or armchairs as a foundation to complement various home decor styles. This safe color also pairs nicely with several aesthetics, making it an easy way to stay on trend without making your home look disjointed.
Warm Cabinetry
Mocha Mousse isn’t reserved for walls and furniture. You can utilize it in your kitchen for a delectable look that will inspire you to make mouthwatering baked goods all year round. Use brown and other similar tones for kitchen cabinets paired with gold hardware or natural wood tones. Also, this shade can make your bathroom feel like a five-star spa — the perfect place to start your day or get ready for bed at night.
Neutral Throws and Decor
Brown is a perfect addition to your house because you can use it all year — it matches the colors of all the seasons if used intentionally. One way to disperse this hue gracefully is through comfortable elements and decor. Add texture and warmth with throws and cushions in Mocha Mousse, hang up brown painted frames and place neutral candle sticks on your mantel. Whatever you can do to make the space more inviting while also scattering this color throughout is a win.
Area Rugs
Brown is a natural, grounding color that does not compete with other colors in your room. A subtle and earthy tone will create a lush interior base for your design.
What To Pair With It
Mocha Mousse coordinates and compliments so many colors, making it the perfect hue to add to your palette. Here are some suggestions of great colors to use with it:
- Muted terracotta: Brings warmth and complements Mocha Mousse’s earthy tone.
- Olive green: Adds a natural and grounding vibe.
- Creamy beige: A soft contrast to enhance brown’s depth.
- Deep navy: Creates a refined and dramatic contrast.
- Gold: Adds luxurious touches that harmonize with the trending color.
- Rich burgundy: Enhances the richness for a warm, opulent look.
- Blush pink: Offers a delicate, romantic pairing.
- Pale lavender: A calming and sophisticated counterpart.
- Light gray: Balances the warmth with cool neutrality.
- Teal or turquoise: Adds a pop of vibrant, contemporary energy.
- Mustard yellow: A lively complement for dynamic palettes.
- Coral: Balances warmth with a cheerful tone.
Have a Design Partner for 2025?
Having a new color to use as inspiration also means you have countless opportunities to incorporate it into your home. Exciting! When preparing your space for a new coat of paint, it pays to have a partner who knows how to execute your vision to perfection.
Want other color inspiration? Find out what hue matches your personality with our short quiz. This is a great way to garner more inspiration.
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