The Pantone Color Institute announced its 2025 Color of the Year: Mocha Mousse. It is a warming, brown hue with beautiful richness. Featuring the elegant qualities of chocolate and coffee, it gives a feeling of ultimate comfort.

It’s no surprise other paint companies came out with similar hues for their color of the year. Benjamin Moore announced its 2025 color as Cinnamon Slate, and similarly, Sherwin Williams announced its color as Grounded. Both are chocolatey, earthy tones to bring about a balance of luxury and richness.

Why Mocha Mousse Works for Your Home

Mocha Mousse is a shade that blends sophistication with warmth, making it a perfect choice for home design. Its deep tones evoke a sense of comfort and stability, creating an atmosphere that is inviting and calming.

This color has a timeless quality that can easily adapt to a variety of different design styles. Whether used for accent walls, furniture or exterior siding, Mocha Mousse brings a sense of versatility. It can be paired with other neutral tones to create a serene look, like light grays or soft creams. On the other hand, it can be paired with rich jewel tones, deep blues or metallics for more vibrant accents.

Best Ways to Use Mocha Mousse in Home Design

For a timeless and sophisticated look, Mocha Mousse shines inside and out. It can be used both in exterior and interior design.

Mocha Mousse for Exterior Design

Siding

Mocha Mousse shines as a siding color, offering the perfect touch of depth and luxury to a home’s exterior. It harmonizes beautifully with natural landscapes and common architectural styles, whether it is a traditional or contemporary home. It gives texture without overwhelming the eye for its curb appeal.

Accent Pieces

If you don’t want Mocha Mousse as a primary color, it still works wonders when placed on accent pieces. Add it to shutters, facia and soffit, doors or porch rails to add focal points with a pop of rich color.

The great thing about Mocha Mousse is its versatility as the sun comes up and dusk hits. During the day, the warm tones of the color catch the sunlight perfectly. It gives a home a soft and inviting glow. At night, outdoor lighting from string lights or porch lanterns gives the home depth and complexity.

For homeowners looking to make a lasting impression, Mocha Mousse is a bold, yet elegant choice however you use it.

Mocha Mousse for Interior Design

Accent Walls

Mocha Mousse makes any room feel more intimate and cozy, perfect for areas that require ultimate comfort like the bedroom or living room. One of the easiest ways to incorporate Mocha Mousse is through accent walls. In painting a single wall with this deep hue, you add interest to any room without overwhelming the space.

Furniture

Mocha Moussa is a fantastic choice for furniture. Picture it as a plush sofa or armchair placed against lighter-painted walls. The contrast and depth of color give a grounding effect, anchoring the room for a cozy feel.

Cabinets and Doors

If you want to add richness to cabinets and doors, Mocha Mousse is a great choice. Whether it is bathroom or kitchen cabinets, pantry or linen closet doors, Mocha Mousse can take these common structures to the next level for extraordinary focal points.

Complementary Design Ideas for Mocha Mousse

If you opt for a Mocha Mousse wall, cabinetry or door, pair it with natural materials like wood, stone or leather to enhance the organic textures and give your home a cohesive vibe.

If you want to add some flair to Mocha Mousse furniture, add complementary pillows or blankets in the colors emerald green, ruby red or mustard yellow. They add a pop of vibrancy but keep the warmth. Use these bolder tones sparingly, perhaps through art pieces, to create visual interest without overwhelming the room.

In the kitchen, gold or brass accents pair beautifully. Metallic tones add some elegance whether it’s in the form of light fixtures, picture frames or cabinet hardware.

When used as a primary color for the entire exterior, it pairs wonderfully with contrasting elements like crisp white trim. It allows the richness and warmth of Mocha Mousse to stand out while still giving a clean, minimalist look. When combined with white or light accents outside, it creates a striking contrast. Incorporating natural materials like wood or stone creates a harmonious blend with the outdoors.

For a more rustic look, consider pairing Mocha Mousse with similarly earthy tones like soft tan, white-washed brick or deep green. By thoughtfully pairing Mocha Mousse with complementary colors and textures, you can craft a space that feels sophisticated, cozy and uniquely your own.

Bring Your Designs to Life With Rollex Siding Solutions

Choosing the right exterior solution for your home can help you achieve a timeless look that keeps your home’s curb appeal radiant far beyond 2025. From steel siding and vinyl siding to soffit and rainware, Rollex is here to take your inspiration and make it a reality.

If you’re ready to find the right shade for your home’s exterior, check out Rollex’s siding products and head into 2025 and beyond with the home of your dreams.