Pantone Color of the Year for 2025

Pantone has named Mocha Mousse (PANTONE 17-1230), a warm and comforting soft brown, as its 2025 Color of the Year, continuing a 26-year tradition. Described as “sophisticated and lush” yet approachable, Mocha Mousse reflects themes of thoughtful indulgence, wellness, and harmony. Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, highlighted its aspirational yet grounded quality, likening it to the richness of cacao, chocolate, and coffee. Laurie Pressman, the institute’s vice president, emphasized its connection to simple pleasures and shared comfort. Selected through analysis of trends in fashion, design, and culture, Mocha Mousse follows 2024’s Peach Fuzz and 2023’s Viva Magenta, offering a soothing counterbalance to contemporary life.

A versatile shade infused with inherent sophistication and earthy refinement, PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse creates a strong chromatic foundation, complementing diverse applications, both minimalist and richly decorated, across design and all color conscious industries. We created five unique color palettes featuring PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse, each conveying its own distinctive feeling and mood.