When it comes to color trends, Pantone’s annual color predictions are anticipated eagerly by design enthusiasts and professionals alike. These forecasts set the tone for the year ahead, infusing a sense of fresh beginnings, clean energy, and excitement of a new era. And for 2025, Pantone crowned its champion. Mocha Mousse is a rich, creamy brown color that speaks to a global yearning for comfort and understated luxury.
Mocha Mousse is an indulgent hue that exudes warmth and sophistication, making it a standout choice for elevating interiors. This versatile color perfectly balances tranquility and vibrancy, creating spaces that feel both calming and dynamic. As interior design increasingly becomes a canvas for personal expression, fueled by social media and celebrity home tours, color trends offer a fresh way to bridge tradition with modernity. Its warm, decadent appeal invites a sense of style and individuality into any home.
As a new season unfolds, incorporating Mocha Mousse into your home is a great way to celebrate this year’s themes of solace and indulgence. To showcase the potential of this decadent hue, we’ve curated a series of vignettes that explore how Mocha Mousse and its variations can elevate any space. These compositions feature thoughtfully selected furniture and décor pieces that embody the color’s warmth and luxury.
In this vignette, a neutral abstract painting serves as a striking focal point that draws the eye to the space. Framing this statement art piece is a taupe console with a high-gloss finish. Its sleek surface reflects the texture of a striped bouclé-covered wood bench. A beige textured area rug anchors the composition, setting a serene foundation for thoughtful layering at the center. Meanwhile, a caramel-hued swivel chair by Charlotte Perriand pairs seamlessly with a sultry leather lounge chair, crafting an intimate and conversational layout. Adding to this arrangement, a walnut center table with brass legs and a glass-and-metal side table combine utility and visual interest, as their forms and materiality enrich the ensemble.
Infused with layers of charm, a walnut Charlotte Perriand stool introduces contrast and a touch of whimsy. Artfully displayed on a pedestal, sculptural beige ceramics harmonize with curious floral accents, subtly guiding the viewer’s gaze through the vignette. Thoughtfully chosen accessories elevate the ambiance. A portable lamp on the center table, crafted from greige glass and bronze metal, exudes understated luxury. Meanwhile, a table lamp made of wood, glass, and stone on the console enhances the composition with its blend of textures and timeless silhouette.
Beverly ’14 Armchair by Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia; F-ench Light Bench, Fendi Casa at Focus Global Inc.; Charlotte Perriand, 7 Fauteuil Tournant Swivel Chair, Patricia Urquiola, Hayama Console, Charlotte Perriand, Tabouret Berger Stool, all from Cassina at Casa Bella; Halten SH9 Side Table, Herman SHY3 Table Lamp, Raku SH8 Portable Lamp, Pinwheel HM7 Walnut Tables, all from &Tradition at Design Story; Textured Area Rug, Decoliving; Abstract Painting by Joel Reglos; Goa Vessel, Suma Vessel, all from Twenty Third PH
In another vignette, a beige patterned area rug forms the foundation, highlighting a stunning mid-century daybed as its centerpiece. The daybed, effortlessly draped with a luxurious striped throw blanket, exudes comfort and style. Framing this inviting curation is a fluid paper divider, which adds an architectural element complemented by a striking sculptural vessel that plays with texture and form.
A captivating art piece provides an unexpected balance, its proportions perfectly enhancing the vignette’s allure. Completing the arrangement, a camel leather decorative box perched atop a taupe high-gloss stool ties together the warm tones of the composition, creating a cohesive and impactful scene that radiates elegance and charm.
The monochromatic approach in these vignettes speaks volumes about the transformative power of a single color palette. Playing with different shades of one hue allows you to achieve a cohesive yet impactful interior that feels fresh without requiring significant renovations. Small, versatile additions—like accent furniture, lighting, or decorative objects—allow you to embrace trends effortlessly, satisfying the craving for newness while staying timeless.
As 2025 unfolds, let Mocha Mousse guide your design explorations. Whether you integrate it into your wardrobe, interiors, or creative projects, this dessert-inspired hue promises to deliver a sumptuous blend of comfort and luxury.
Spool Small Table by Pierro Lissoni, B&B Italia; Decorative Round Box, Pequin Throw Blanket, all from Fendi Casa at Focus Global Inc.; Vintage Mid-Century Daybed, Fluid Paper Divider, all form Studio Yakal; Goa Vessel, Twenty Third PH; Beige Patterned Area Rug, Decoliving; Artwork by Joel Reglos
Text and styling: Jegs Santos
Photographer: Ed Simon
Art Director: Jehd Francisco
Shot on location at Open Space by Studio Yakal
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