So the cat is out of the bag. With the end of the year knocking, Pantone has revealed its colour of the year for 2025 is - drumroll please - Mocha Mousse.
While it’s unclear how many people pay heed to this and colour drench their walls, trims and ceilings on Pantone’s say-so, there’s no denying the attractiveness of the shade. Pantone has put peach, magenta and lilac blue in the spotlight in previous years.
More interesting than basic old beige, the warm hue - officially called PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse - instantly brings to mind decadent chocolate puddings and leisurely cups of coffee.
In interiors, it's a bit of a chameleon, offering renovators an excellent base from which to jump into the oceans of minimalism or maximalism respectively.
B&Q’s Head of Décor, Gill Baker, weighs in: “This year’s soft brown Mocha Mousse is a brilliant, sophisticated and earthy tone that will suit many different areas of the home, but especially those that call for added comfort such as bedrooms and living rooms.
“The shade pairs well with other neutrals, or deep colours, such as navy blue or forest green. Alternatively, try matching the colour with cream tones for a modern, minimalistic look that is sure to elevate your home decor.”
Play into the nude, chocolate hues with complimentary tonal colours and gentle lighting to create a look of relaxed elegance. The earthy shade lends itself well to vintage cottagecore, mixing beautifully with soft greens, peaches and faded cornflower. Or channel far-flung desert vibes by bouncing sunny yellows and bright blue off the mocha base.
The colour is set to influence a raft of designers across categories, be it jewellers, car designs or fashion.
Whether you're going full tilt or just want to dip a fashionable little toe in, we've rounded up the sumptuous Mocha Mousse homewares and furniture to bring home in anticipation for the colour’s big moment come the New Year.
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Soho Home Lawrence Bed
Pretty details and elegant fabrics, there's nothing we don't love about Soho House's Lawrence's bed design. Dress it up in cream bed linens and a chocolate-coloured throw to do it justice.
Buy now £3495.00, Soho Home
La Redoute Interiors Linot Plain 100% Washed Linen Duvet Cover
What could be more calming than sinking into a bed coloured in soothing tones of nude and brown? La Redoute is on hand to fight new year gloom with this cosy duvet cover made from climate-controlling linen. It will keep you cosy in the winter and breathable come summer, making it a year-round investment.
Buy now £115.00, La Redoute
Dunelm Nesa Touch Table Lamp
Pairing beautifully with gold accents, your troubles are over if you find it a struggle to create polished, grown-up interiors. Even a small newcomer can make a huge impact, like Dunelm's gorgeous touch lamp which comes with a rich brown shade in velvet on a vintage gold-coloured base. Set it up where it's going to be seen.
Buy now £55.00, Dunelm
Ruggable Harlow Copper & Brown Rug
Bring Mocha Mousse and all her sisters to your home with Ruggable's Harlow rug. Featuring delicious shades of copper, biscuit and chocolate, the graphic print adds a litte edge to the swirl of colours.
Like all of Ruggable's designs, it's washable meaning it's perfect for high tread areas and comes in a range of shapes and sizes with standard or cushioned pads. Choose tufted for a luxurious feel underfoot.
Buy now £359.00, Ruggable
La Redoute Interiors Danito Checkerboard Rug
You can't go too far wrong with a checkerboard pattern, as this textured rug proves. The classic look instantly brings a little edge to living rooms and opting for a colour adds depth to the whole space too.
Available in three sizes, it's made from wool-effect polypropylene which means it'll go the distance.
Buy now £126.00, La Redoute
Soho Home Theodore Armchair
Adding a little blush to the mocha memo, this sweet chair from Soho Home pairs vintage elegance with delightful comfort. The deep seat means you'll have a hard time convincing guests to get out of it - what a lovely problem to have.
Buy now £995.00, Soho Home
Bloomingville Honey Vase
With its beautiful curves and rolls, we can't help but feel this vase is channelling 2024 icon Moo Deng. Take the spirit of the tiny hippo into the New Year along with Pantone's colour and be smug in your tapping into the zeitgeist.
Buy now £20.00, Sweetpea & Willow
Swyft Model 10 Footstool, Dark Leg, Lovely Ochre
Sporting rich brown upholstery, this lovely footstool will become your sofa's BFF. Dark legs add to the feeling of decadence.
Buy now £499.00, John Lewis
Loaf Dunkins Accent Chair
If the colour alLoaf Dunkins Accent Chairone wasn't inviting enough, the outrageous padding on this chair is enough to pull you in. While darker than Mocha Mousse, it will sit nicely on a wall painted in a base of the shade. Available in large and regular sizes.
Buy now £1195.00, Loaf
JAKY-Global Artificial Babys Breath Gypsophila
A minor investment destined to make a huge splash, this bunch of faux flowers brings a new colour trend to your home. Set it in a cream-coloured vase or one with gold details to dial up the effect.
Buy now £13.99, Amazon
Kimdio Brown Ceramic Vase
A vase is an easy, low-cost way to breathe freshness into your interiors. This artisan look can be found on Amazon and comes with a beautiful glaze to bring out those brown depths.
Buy now £43.75, Amazon
John Lewis Radcliffe Office Chair
When you're putting in eight hours a day, your seat needs to be up to the job. For those who like the sophistication of a leather look, John Lewis's Radcliffe design is upholstered with PU vinyl, meaning it's cruelty-free too.
A minimal design, there are no armrests here; but it’s not always a bad thing - it means the streamlined design can slide into tighter spaces once you've clocked off and flopped onto the sofa. Levers to adjust and castor wheels for manoeuvrability offer extra brownie points.
Buy now £249.00, John Lewis
So’Home Amreli Leather Office Chair
Feel and work like a boss in this beautifully crafted swivel chair from So'home. The padded chair is covered in full leather hide with vertical stitching for extra elegance. The deep seat rests on a wide and stable base rendered in silver for an elegant look that could be plucked straight from a smart bar.
Buy now £549.00, La Redoute
West Elm Slope Leather Office Chair
If you are looking for a sophisticated addition to your newly formed home office, this leather iteration from West Elm has got you covered. The chair comes in either tan or grey and has a curved design. Not only does it look suave placed behind your desk, but it is very functional with a height-adjustable construction and swivel base. The top-grain leather is durable and will get better with age.
Buy now £649.00, West Elm
Soho House Emilia Mirror, Floor
A high-impact piece you don't need any DIY skills to enjoy (although an aluminium cleat is included), Soho House's floor mirror is punctuated with bobbles, mimicking the bobbin trend. The carved wood is made from dark oak, adding richness and depth to your home. Equal parts fun and fabulous.
Buy now £1995.00, Soho Home
Dunelm Charnwood Large Shoe & Boot Locker
Whether you’re lucky enough to have a dedicated cloakroom or not, this retro-look shoe storage cabinet gives you space to store everything from trainers and loafers to wellies, making it an option that you’ll be thankful for all year round. We love the rich walnut hue and the label holders which you can fill in if you’re trying to get kids to take ownership of their shoe wearing.
Buy now £549.00, Dunelm
George Oliver Drea Solid Wood Farmhouse Dining Table Set
Wood is a favourite for dining table sets; it looks great, whatever way the trend windsock is blowing. For big homes, this farmhouse style is a dream.
The dark rubberwood is enhanced with a walnut stain adding warmth. Curved edges and slim angled legs add to a Mid-century vibe. The look is reflected in the set of six dining chairs that come with the table with three back slats to bolster their sturdiness.
Was: £730
Buy now £650.00, Wayfair
