Mocha Mousse – Pantone’s Color of the Year 2025: A warm, rich shade of sophistication. PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse blends earthiness with luxurious depth, reflecting our desire for comfort and indulgence. Inspired by the delectable qualities of chocolate and coffee, this brown hue exudes a sense of cozy reassurance and understated elegance.
"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 expands our perception of browns from being humble and grounded to aspirational and luxe." – Laurie Pressman, Vice President of the Pantone Color Institute.
PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse Color Palettes A versatile shade infused with inherent sophistication and earthy refinement, PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse creates a strong chromatic foundation, complementing diverse applications from minimalist designs to richly adorned compositions. The Pantone Color Institute has crafted five unique color palettes featuring PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse, each evoking a distinctive atmosphere and mood. Within each of these five color stories, we have also included four suggested color harmonies, available for download and sharing via Pantone Connect.
