Every year, Pantone's Colour of the Year influences fashion, beauty, and interior design trends, and for 2025, it is all about the indulgent Mocha Mousse.

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Soft, dreamy, creamy. Pantone 17-1230 Mocha Mousse is the Colour of the Year 2025. Learn how to style this sophisticated shade day to night.

This warm, sophisticated brown strikes the perfect balance between earthy elegance and modern minimalism. Whether you are looking to refresh your wardrobe or experiment with new colour pairings, this guide will show you how to style Mocha Mousse with confidence and ease.

Colour Pairings: What Works Best With Mocha Mousse?

 

 

 

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Pantone 17-1230 Mocha Mousse is a rich, neutral shade that pairs effortlessly with a variety of colours, making it easy to integrate into any wardrobe. Mocha Mousse will never look flat or basic if you know how to pair it with matching and contrasting shades. Here are all the possible colour matches to welcome Pantone Colour of the Year 2025 to your wardrobe and make it yours.

Monochrome Elegance: Shades Of Brown And Beige

For a sophisticated tonal look, mix different shades within the brown family.

• Pair with: camel, caramel, deep chocolate, sand, or coffee brown.
• Best for: chic autumn and early spring layering, tailored suits, or casual loungewear sets.
• Style tip: play with different textures like suede, wool, and silk to keep your outfit visually interesting.

Earthy Tones For A Total Natural Look

 

 

 

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Mocha Mousse pairs beautifully with warm, nature-inspired hues for a soft, organic aesthetic.

• Pair with: olive green, terracotta, burnt orange, mustard, or deep rust.
• Best for: Bohemian-inspired outfits, transitional spring/autumn styling.
• Style tip: wear a Mocha Mousse maxi dress with a tan belt and suede boots to create an effortlessly chic look.

Neutrals For A Minimalist Aesthetic

For a clean and refined outfit, pair Mocha Mousse with soft neutrals.

• Pair with: crisp white, cream, beige, and soft grey.
• Best for: classic office wear, everyday essentials, and Parisian-inspired outfits.
• Style tip: layer a Mocha Mousse blazer over a white blouse and cream trousers for the ultimate power look.

Deep And Moody Tones For Contrast

If you prefer more striking contrasts, rich jewel tones will make Mocha Mousse shine.

• Pair with: navy, emerald green, deep burgundy, or dark plum.
• Best for: eveningwear, bold workwear statements, and luxurious looks.
• Style tip: wear a Mocha Mousse midi dress and pair it with navy heels and gold jewellery to exude effortless elegance.

Bright Accents For A Playful Touch

Bright pops of colour create a modern, high-fashion edge that will transform your Mocha Mousse look.

• Pair with: lemon yellow, vibrant red, or cobalt blue.
• Best for: standout street style and playful summer outfits.
• Style tip: try Mocha Mousse trousers with a bold red blouse for an unexpected, fashion-forward look.

How To Wear Mocha Mousse And Outfit Inspiration

Casual Daywear: Laid-Back Chic

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To fully indulge in the beauty of Pantone Mocha Mousse, these two cosy and casual outfit ideas will make you feel at ease and always on point by day.

Wear a Mocha Mousse oversized knit jumper, light-wash jeans and white trainers to be ready for a stroll. A flowy Mocha Mousse midi dress with neutral sandals and a woven tote bag is the right way to welcome spring and sunny days with the Colour of the Year 2025.

Workwear: Sophisticated & Timeless

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Its neutral nature makes Mocha Mousse a great choice for office and business outfits, where minimal and clean aesthetics are encouraged or welcomed.

Combine a tailored Mocha Mousse blazer with a white blouse, add beige trousers and classic pumps, or a structured Mocha Mousse midi dress with black loafers and a sleek tote bag for a fresh take on office looks.

Evening Glam: Rich & Refined

Mocha Mousse works well from day to night, and at night you can highlight its richness.

Complement a Mocha Mousse satin slip dress with gold heels and statement earrings, or a velvet Mocha Mousse jumpsuit with dark burgundy lips for a moody, yet romantic vibe.

Party & Occasionwear: Bold Yet Elegant

Once again, the neutrality of Mocha Mousse allows you to play with metal finishes and reflections when it is time to party.

Pair a sequin Mocha Mousse mini dress with bronze strappy heels and glossy waves, or try a Mocha Mousse co-ord set with chunky gold jewellery for a high-fashion look.

Accessories And Makeup For Your Mocha Mousse Look

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No look can be complete without accessories and makeup, the finishing touches that put your outfit together and set your mood for the day or night. These last bits are sure to bring out all the beauty of Mocha Mousse:

• Gold and bronze jewellery enhance Mocha Mousse’s warm tones.
• Tan and chocolate brown handbags keep the look polished and sophisticated.
• Deep brown and nude heels complement your outfit seamlessly.
• Warm and nude makeup with a soft brown smokey eye, warm nude lips, and glowing bronzed skin complete the look.

Timeless, Versatile And Effortlessly Stylish

Pantone (17-1230) Mocha Mousse works across seasons and occasions. So embrace a full monochrome moment with it, style it with earthy hues, or pair it with bold contrasts, Mocha Mousse is set to be a wardrobe staple for everyone in 2025 and beyond.

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It is essential to know what jeans are best for you to maximise your confidence on a day-to-day basis!
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While jeans are a staple in everyone’s wardrobes, it is sometimes hard to figure out the style, colour and length which may be the best fit for yourself. To work out the right type of jeans, you need to be able to learn and acknowledge your body type first.

Whether you are tall or petite, have an hourglass body or many more, here is your guide to uncover your body shape and what jeans will be the best for you.

Hourglass

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An hourglass body means your top half and bottom half are well proportioned to one another. Your waist will be defined and smaller than the rest of your body. To accentuate those natural curves, you may want to opt for a fitted style of jeans, mainly flares or bootcut. These denim types will give focus to your waist while creating another hourglass appearance on your legs as the bottom of the jeans will widen. Another option for those who do not appeal to that style is slim jeans. Like flare denim, slim jeans will hug the waist, but also the rest of your leg, showcasing your calves as well. As for choosing the colour denim, light or washed denim would increase the appearance of your voluptuous curves.

Flare jeans, recommendations:

Blue mid-rise flared jeans | River Island

Circle

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A circle body, often known as an apple-shaped body, suggests your upper body is fuller than your lower body. A lighter bottom half will centralise the focus to your slim legs. As for the style, mom jeans – which are cuffed at your ankles – will highlight your waist and the bottom of your legs. Another style that will also suit your shape is straight leg jeans. This style will still wrap your figure perfectly; however, a loosened fit will make your legs appear much slimmer.

Mom jeans, recommendations: 

PrettyLittleThing Vintage Wash Mom Jean | PrettyLittleThing

Rectangle

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If you have a rectangular body shape, your measurements will all be proportional to one another. You will also appear on the slimmer side and your waist may not be as defined; therefore, the focus purely needs to be on your legs. Skinny, slim and distressed jeans are going to be right for you. Tight jeans are going to accentuate your slenderness, while distressed jeans will give you a chance to show off some leg: a necessity for you when going out.

Skinny jeans, recommendations:

Stradivarius super high waist skinny jeans with rips in grey | ASOS

Inverted Triangle

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An inverted triangle body shape is the complete opposite of your normal triangle. Your shoulders and chest will be the widest part of your body, while your legs are the slimmest. A pair of cropped straight jeans is going to be the ideal style for you. The style will fit your legs, without being too tight or loose, whilst the length will show off your slim clave. Darker denim will give the illusion of even slimmer legs and hips.

Cropped Jeans, recommendations:

COLLUSION x005 90s cropped straight leg jeans in washed blue | ASOS

ONLY Dark Grey Double Waist Crop Jeans | New Look

Triangle

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The triangular body consists of your hips and buttocks being the widest part of your body, creating the bottom of the triangle with your waist being the sides and your chest as the tip. Some women with this body shape may want to highlight their hips, as men and women typically see this trait as a positive feature. Therefore, you should most definitely go for a pair of dark wash mom jeans, as they naturally have a slight curve from your waist to the upper thigh which will give definition to your curves. However, some women may not want to bring attention to these parts, so boyfriend jeans would be the best style choice. Boyfriend jeans hug your waist but they are typically looser and look more relaxed. Occasionally, there will be some rips and frays on boyfriend jeans which adds more to the relaxed and chilled appearance, that they give off.

Boyfriend jeans, recommendations:

Plt Acid Blue Wash Open-knee Boyfriend Jean | PrettyLittleThing

Long Tall Sally Indigo Boyfriend Jean | Next UK online shop

It’s time to be daring and bold with your style. Switching up your look doesn’t have to be a daunting challenge. Instead, it can help to build your confidence and have you both looking and feeling great.