The Pantone Colour Institute revealed its colour of the year for 2025. It is called Mocha Mousse 17-1230a light shade of chocolate brown that alludes to the desire for comfort and refuge in an ever-changing world. This warm and soft shade is inspired by sweet delicacies such as cocoa and chocolate cream, evoking images of intimate moments of everyday pleasure.
According to Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of Pantone Colour Institute, Mocha Mousse expresses a level of 'thoughtful indulgence' that embraces luxury with unpretentious elegance. "Sophisticated and lush, yet at the same time simple and natural, this colour broadens our perception of brown, transforming it from a humble, rooted tone to a symbol of aspiration and subtle elegance," were Eiseman's words.
A colour that speaks of serenity and harmony
The chosen colour for 2025 is not only a fascinating shade, but also a symbol of a deeper search for balance and serenity in our lives. Laurie Pressman, Vice President of the Pantone Colour Institute, emphasises how the quest for harmony permeates every aspect of our existence, from interpersonal relationships to our connection with the natural environment. Mocha Moussewith its rustic elegance, is ideal for mental, spiritual and physical well-being, evoking a feeling of peace and calm that allows us to feel more in tune with the world around us.
Versatility and applications in design and fashion
Mocha Mousse lends itself to a wide range of design applications, from fashion to interior design to graphic design. Its warm and sophisticated nature makes it an ideal colour for both minimalist and more detailed environments. It can be used alone, as a chromatic base, or as an accent to enhance other shades, creating combinations of great visual and sensory impact.
The annual programme "Pantone Colour of the Year involves a large community of designers, creatives and colour enthusiasts, stimulating reflections on the fundamental role of colour in contemporary culture. Each year, Pantone selects a hue that represents the spirit of the times, reflecting the collective feelings of global society. Mocha Mousse 17-1230 is not just an aesthetic choice, but an interpretation of how, in 2025, the search for comfort, serenity and connection will be at the centre of our everyday experiences.
A colour that envelops and comforts us
La choice of Pantone 17-1230 Mocha Mousse as the colour of the year 2025 is no coincidence. In an era of rapid change and global uncertainties, the colour calls for a return to a form of intimate comfort, away from the daily hustle and bustle. It is a hue that invites us to slow down, take a break and enjoy life's simple pleasures, like a cup of hot chocolate on a cold winter's day.
The colour, with its calm and warmth, is therefore an invitation to stop and seek that sense of balance and serenity so necessary to face daily challenges. It is not just a colour for 2025, but a message of hope and connection in a world that seems to be increasingly fragmented.
