MOCHA MOUSSE: WEDDING INSPIRATION WITH PANTONE’S COLOUR OF THE YEAR
As 2025 begins, it’s the perfect time to draw wedding inspiration from Pantone’s Color of the Year: Mocha Mousse. A timeless, earthy tone, Mocha Mousse can easily be woven into your colour palette, no matter the season. With thoughtful touches and creativity, it could just become the perfect foundation for your special day.
Evoking a sense of comfort and warmth, Mocha Mousse is ideal for creating an inviting atmosphere. From larger scale decor pieces, to floral design, and the smallest of stationery details, it’s a stunning choice with endless possibilities. This earthy neutral is incredibly versatile no matter how you decide to incorporate it into your wedding.
earthy elegance with mocha mousse
“For Pantone Color of the Year 2025, we look to a mellow brown hue whose inherent richness and sensorial and comforting warmth extends further into our desire for comfort, and the indulgence of simple pleasures that we can gift and share with others.” — Pantone Color Institute
If you are searching for a warm shade with timeless appeal, Pantone 2025 Color of the Year is for you. It’s earthy undertones evoke comfort and connection, while its opulence makes it feel upscale. No matter your wedding style, this versatile color fits right in. Whether you’re envisioning a garden ceremony, a grand ballroom affair, or an intimate backyard celebration, Mocha Mousse’s mellow brown is the perfect way to stay on trend.
There are a multitude of ways to incorporate this warm brown hue into your wedding palette. Your wedding stationery is your guests first glimpse into your day — opt for a muted brown paper suite, or even textured kraft paper.
Mocha Mousse is a dream when it comes to wedding décor. Its neutrality creates a stunning foundation for both bold accents and soft, delicate details. Enhance your tablescapes with Mocha Mousse table runners or napkins, paired with ivory plates and gold cutlery for a timeless, chic look. Consider using candles in varying heights in the same shade to create a lit-from-within ambiance, complemented by natural wooden textures to emphasize the color’s earthy roots.
Additionally, you might not think of a brown-toned shade like Mocha Mousse for your florals, but it offers endless possibilities. Bring warmth to your bouquet by pairing Mocha Mousse elements—like lush dried pampas grass or brown-tinted roses—with complementary blooms in warm neutrals, whites, and muted pinks. Adding greenery like eucalyptus or olive branches adds softness and dimension to the arrangement.
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