Pantone's Colour of the Year 2025 - Mocha Mousse. Decorating With the Colour of the Year
Pantone’s Colour of the Year: Mocha Mousse & How to Decorate with It
Each year, Pantone’s Colour of the Year sets the tone for interiors, fashion, and design. For 2025, the chosen hue is Mocha Mousse (PANTONE 17-1230) - a warm, rich brown that exudes comfort, sophistication and timeless appeal. At Susi Bellamy, we embrace colour in all its forms, and Mocha Mousse presents an exciting opportunity to add warmth and depth to your space
Mocha Mousse in Interiors
Mocha Mousse is a versatile, grounding shade that pairs beautifully with both neutral and bold colours. Whether used as an accent or a dominant tone, it brings an earthy, inviting quality to interiors. It works exceptionally well with deep plums, terracottas and soft pinks
How to Style The Colour of the Year
Layering with Luxurious Cushions
A quick and effortless way to introduce the beautiful Mocha Mousse colour into your home is through cushions. Susi Bellamy’s signature velvet cushions, inspired by Italian Renaissance art and marbled paper designs, complement this rich shade beautifully
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The Susi Bellamy Maize Plumes Velvet Square Cushion is the perfect option for someone who wants to fully embrace the Mocha Mousse tone. Style with Brown Rose Marbled cushions for a harmonious warm palette
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Introduce contrast with plum and berry hues, like the Magenta Strata Velvet Cushion or Pink Rose Marbled velvet cushions, for an opulent and contemporary touch...alternatively, you could mix and match with our plain velvet cushions
Statement Walls with Susi Bellamy Wallpaper
Wallpaper is a powerful way to embrace Mocha Mousse on a larger scale. Susi Bellamy wallpapers are rich in texture and depth making them perfect for statement walls...
The Maize Plumes Wallpaper has been so popular since we launched it in SS24 and we don't think it is going anywhere, the perfect wallpaper to pay homage to the stylish Pantone Colour of the Year
Accessories for the Perfect Finishing Touch
If you’re not ready to commit to large-scale colour changes, incorporating Mocha Mousse through accessories is a fantastic alternative
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Lampshades in pink, yellow and aqua tones pair beautifully with Mocha Mousse walls or soft furnishings. We would recommend styling with Aqua Mini Marbled Velvet Lampshade or Pink Rose Marbled Velvet Lampshade
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Decorative box files: we have recently introduced a new design of box file in the Maize Plumes colour way. It looks beautiful styled on some bookcases or even on a coffee table
Colour Pairings to Elevate Mocha Mousse
Mocha Mousse is a wonderfully adaptable colour that pairs beautifully with a range of shades. Some perfect pairings from our collection include:
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Blush Pink & Soft Rose – A romantic and elegant combination for a soft, contemporary feel
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Deep Plum & Burgundy – A dramatic and rich contrast that adds luxury
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Ochre & Gold – A warm and radiant pairing that exudes opulence
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Teal & Blue – A sophisticated contrast that balances warmth with a touch of cool elegance
A Timeless Hue for 2025
Pantone’s Mocha Mousse is a beautiful and versatile shade that effortlessly enhances interiors, adding depth, warmth, and a sense of comfort. At Susi Bellamy, our love for colour and texture makes this the perfect addition to our collection. Whether through velvet cushions, striking wallpaper or curated accessories, you can effortlessly incorporate this trend into your home with our luxurious pieces
Discover how Susi Bellamy’s artful designs can bring Mocha Mousse to life in your interiors - explore our latest collections and embrace this rich, grounding shade in style
