Pantone has revealed its Colour of the Year for 2025: PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse. This earthy mid-brown with warm taupe undertones is described as “thoughtful indulgence,” evoking harmonious comfort and feelings of contentment. Imbued with a sensorial richness, Mocha Mousse encourages personal luxury through intimate yet indulgent experiences, making it a natural choice for creative applications across industries—from interiors and fashion to hair colour.
Embrace Mocha Mousse
Adele Clarke, OSMO Ambassador and owner of Spectrum Hair says:
“Pantone’s Mocha Mousse is a dream for hair. This soft, chic mid-brown shade is so versatile, sitting perfectly between cool and warm tones, making it universally flattering for all skin tones. Whether you’re toning blondes or enhancing brunettes, this luxe colour creates a decadent, polished finish.
“For darker bases, Mocha Mousse shines when paired with techniques like balayage or root smudging, incorporating cooler, multi-tonal accents for added depth and dimension. It’s a perfect shade for those winter transformations—think natural, effortless looks with sophisticated undertones. It’s all about embracing 2025’s trend of celebrating brunettes while keeping it wearable and fashion-forward.
“To achieve this look, I recommend OSMO IKON Light Chocolate Blonde—a stunning match for creating a Mocha Mousse-inspired tone with multi-dimensional shine. It’s an ideal choice for colourists aiming to deliver a creamy, polished finish. For at-home maintenance, OSMO COLOUR REVIVE® CAFE LATTE is a must-have. This intense colour conditioning treatment, infused with Avocado and Linseed Oil, restores vibrancy and shine, keeping hair colour stronger for longer. With a quick 3-minute processing time, it’s perfect for clients looking to keep their salon colour fresh between appointments.”
Mocha Mousse: The Perfect Fit for 2025 Trends
Mocha Mousse captures the shift towards natural, earthy aesthetics, offering a modern but timeless vibe. Its soft, understated sophistication pairs beautifully with the dimensional colour trend dominating the year ahead. “It’s about variation with colour and depth,” Adele adds. “By blending tones and creating depth, Mocha Mousse brings hair colour to life in a way that’s both fashionable and effortlessly chic.”
Whether it’s enhancing faded blondes, enriching brunettes, or curating multi-tonal effects, Mocha Mousse is set to become the cornerstone of winter hair trends. From intimate indulgence to standout versatility, this Pantone shade is one we’ll be seeing everywhere in 2025.
