Pantone's Color of the Year: From Peach Fuzz to Mocha Mousse

The Pantone Color Institute has announced Mocha Mousse (Pantone 17-1230) as the Color of the Year for 2025, succeeding Peach Fuzz (Pantone 13-1023) for 2024. Mocha Mousse, a warm brown hue reminiscent of cocoa and coffee, was officially revealed on December 5, 2024. According to Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, the color expresses 'a level of thoughtful indulgence' and extends the perception of browns from humble to luxurious. The choice reflects a desire for authenticity and discreet luxury amid global uncertainty. In fashion, Mocha Mousse has already appeared on runways for Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter 2025 collections, featured by houses such as Prada, Miu Miu, Dries Van Noten, Gucci, Fendi, Chloé, and Valentino. The Italian Design Institute notes the color represents an invitation to pause and seek balance. The previous Color of the Year, Peach Fuzz (Pantone 13-1023), described as a 'soft velvety peach' that nourishes heart, mind, and body, was widely adopted in 2024 fashion collections by designers including Patou, Prabal Gurung, and Missoni. The Pantone Color Institute, founded in the 1960s and known for its Pantone Matching System (PMS), has been selecting a Color of the Year annually since 2000, traveling globally to identify trends that reflect cultural shifts.