How to Style Pantone’s Color of the Year in Your Home

For fashionistas, design enthusiasts, and homeowners alike, Pantone’s annual color of the year announcement is a highly anticipated event. 2024 was a year of the pleasant and pastel-like Peach Fuzz, while 2023 brought us an invigorating, deep Viva Magenta. This year, Pantone surprised us all by choosing Mocha Mousse, a sumptuous brown hue that celebrates the timelessness of a classic color, elevating it from humble background to stylish centerpiece in home decor. Even those who are all about bright colors are falling in love with this versatile and vivacious shade. Are you in the midst of shaking up your home decor or wondering how you can incorporate Pantone’s gorgeous color of the year into your spaces? Get ready to fall in love with the endless possibilities of Mocha Mousse, from rugs, lamps, and cookware.

_{Prices are accurate as of February 14, 2025. Subject to change.}

Taper Candles

You don’t have to break the bank to bring mocha mousse tones into your home. Let’s say you want to add a spark of creativity to a tablescape or ignite some warm tones throughout your home; all you’ll need is a collection of sturdy yet sophisticated candles that bring a cozy, inviting ambiance. Our favorite mocha-inspired candle collection is without a doubt this 12 pack from Amazon that you can use for everyday affairs, holiday celebrations, and date nights. The 10-inch candles are produced with beeswax, soy wax, and paraffin wax to ensure a smoke- and mess-free 8-hour burn so you can simply light, relax, and enjoy your candlelit sanctuary. What’s even better is that the set includes six spiral candles and six traditional taper candles so you can mix and match textures and styles to suit your unique aesthetic and decor.

Spode Delamere Plates

If there’s a brand we can rely on for classic, long-lasting China that never goes out of style, it’s Spode. The world-renowned brand has been producing English fine bone China and homewares for hundreds of years, so it’s no surprise they have something gorgeous to serve up when it comes to Pantone’s color of the year. The brand’s classic, well-known Delamere pattern, reminiscent of an English garden, features an interwoven floral design in a rich brown hue that can serve as your everyday plates or elevate special occasions with a touch of timeless elegance. These demure but study plates bring mocha mousse vibes into your home without being bland, boring, or uninspired, thanks to the intricate pattern and rich, earthy tone that adds depth and visual appeal. Even better, the Delamere pattern is available on everything from teacups to dog bowls. 

Modish Decor Velvet Pillow Cover

A touch of sumptuous velvet is the perfect piece to infuse some glamour and luxury into any home. So naturally, when we spotted this mocha mousse pillow cover, we knew we needed it ASAP to add some texture and character to our lounge chairs and sitting room sofas. If you’re someone who likes to play with Pantone pops of color, this machine-washable velvet cover is a great place to start. Not only is it soft to the touch, but it also adds mass-appealing style to any space, making it a versatile addition to both contemporary and traditional décor. The warm hue complements a range of color palettes, from bold, vibrant accents to more neutral tones, giving you the freedom to mix and match without overwhelming your space. 

Khen Hobnail Drinking Glasses

Should you find yourself looking for some mocha mousse-inspired glasses, look no further than these insanely well-reviewed drinking tumblers. Not restricted to one solitary shade, this six-piece Earth tone set explores a pristine palette of mocha and copper, offering a blend of warm tones that elevate any drink, from cocktails to H2O. Presented in a vintage-style design with a beaded, hobnail texture, the 11-ounce drinking glasses evoke a mid-century modern charm while still fitting seamlessly into contemporary spaces. You can feel the sturdiness and durability of the glasses as you hold them, and while we typically store our go-to glassware behind cabinetry, we suggest you find ways to showcase this mocha-infused set all day, every day, displaying them on bar carts or pulling them out for your favorite cocktails. 

Pura x Pantone Diffuser

Long gone are the days of diffusers looking plain and utilitarian. One of our favorite clean-ingredient home fragrance purveyors, Pura, proves that you don’t have to sacrifice style to freshen up your space with glorious aromas. Naturally, when we heard that Pura and Pantone were releasing a mocha mousse collaboration, we had to see what was in store, and the results are nothing short of intoxicating. The limited-edition set features sensory-invigorating treasures you’ll want to display and dispense all year long. The must-have fragrant bundle features a surprisingly pretty mocha mousse-hued Pura dispenser with two exclusive fragrances, Mocha Moments and Mocha Suede. The sweet smells evoke hints of fresh-brewed coffee, melted chocolate, cardamom, smoked cedar, and leather.

Wood Table Lamp

Looking for a table lamp you can snag for under $50? Well, you’ve found your bargain, and this one comes with some major mocha mousse style that’ll illuminate your home. Though minimalist and monochromatic, the 10-inch-tall lamp comes with thoughtful, design-forward touches, such as a pleated fabric shade and an egg-shaped base, that’ll have you convinced it costs hundreds more. Whether you want to house this statement piece in your bedroom, hallway, or library, you’ll find it sees you through countless midnight reading hours or early morning wake-up calls. With its perfect blend of form, function, and affordability, this table lamp is a steal that will brighten up any room — literally. 

Quince European Linen Contrast Flange Duvet Cover Set

If mocha mousse is a color you’re madly in love with, what better place to have it on continuous display than in your bedroom? Quince’s sumptuous but subtle set brings sophistication and style with a moisture-wicking duvet cover and two shams produced from ethically sourced flax and woven European linen. While muted in its overall presentation, the mocha-hued set features a design-forward flange lining that adds a seasonless sophistication. If quiet luxury is your go-to vibe, you won’t want to miss out on this affordable bedding, which is quality-comparable to a $400 Pottery Barn set. All you’ll need to complete the look is a duvet, which you can snag at Amazon for under $30. 

Ruggable Nina Takesh Aude Copper Clay Rug

Love brown but don’t want to commit to one solid shade in your home decor? We hear you and we got you. This washable rug features a dollop of every palatable brown you can imagine, from Patone’s color of the year to rich caramel, blended together in an interwoven geographic design that begs for attention and admiration. The statement piece, a collaboration from renowned interior designer Nina Takesh and rug powerhouse Ruggable, presents endless design possibilities. Plus, with Ruggable’s signature stain-resistant and machine-washable technology, you can enjoy the beauty of this rug without worrying about potential, and inevitable, spills. 

Our Place x Brigette Romanek Home Cook Duo

There was once a time when tarnished, well-worn pots and pans were tucked away, but nowadays, colorful cookware is a central display piece in modern homes. No brand produces eye-catching pots and pans more than Our Place, so it’s no surprise it has a new mocha mousse-inspired set we simply can’t resist. The viral cookware brand partnered with interior designer Brigette Romanek to debut the espresso Home Cook Duo, featuring the brand’s best-selling Perfect Pot and Always Pan. Every detail, from the warm color palette to the peak culinary performance that makes mealtime a delight, has us clearing room for this must-have set on our stovetops.

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