INTRODUCING: Pantone Color of the Year 2025
PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse

Every year, Pantone unveils a color that sets the tone for design, fashion, and creativity. This year, the spotlight is on PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse- a warming, brown hue imbued with richness.

PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse nurtures us with its suggestion of the delectable qualities of chocolate and coffee, answering our desire for comfort.

“Underpinned by our desire for everyday pleasures, PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse expresses a level of thoughtful indulgence. 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,” said Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director, Pantone Color Institute™.

The rich and earthy brown color creates an intimate and luxurious ambiance in home interiors, promoting feelings of contentment when appearing on a painted wall, in home décor, or acting as an accent within a pattern. 

With its sophisticated, earthy elegance, PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse can stand alone or serve as a versatile foundation, enhancing a wide range of palettes and applications—from minimalist to richly detailed designs—across all color-focused industries. The color is most compatible with other neutrals like cream and safari, floral tones like rose tan and viola, and earthy tones like willow green.