Delicious “Mocha Mousse” – Pantone Color of the Year 2025

It does look “yummy,” right? Certainly a very subtle, elegant color that adds both warmth and sophistication to your celebration. You can even use it for your flowers!

Here are examples from my own wedding events (we were clearly ahead of our time there!!)

Photo credit: Frank J. Lee, floral arrangements by Laurel&Vine
Photo credit: Bre Thurston, bridal bouquet FlowerGirl Em

Here are three wedding-appropriate full color schemes featuring this rich, comforting hue:

Mocha Mousse and Dusty Blue
This combination balances the warmth of Mocha Mousse with the cool, calming effect of dusty blue. You will also have some ivory in the mix (think: wedding dress!), and this make this color combination Ideal for spring or summer weddings, creating a serene and elegant atmosphere. Use Mocha Mousse in bridesmaid dresses or table linens, complemented by ivory florals (and if you can find them – natural blue flowers like hydrangeas) and dusty blue accents (the following example is from emmalovesweddings.com).

Here the most prominent use of a “Mocha Mousse” hue is the color of the blond-wood chairs.

Here you see how well the “mocha mousse” tones of natural raw wood go with muted blues… AND how well all this is accented by antique gold!

Mocha Mousse, Blush Pink, and Sage Green
This romantic palette combines the earthy tone of Mocha Mousse with soft blush pink and fresh sage green. The ivory of your wedding dress (and ivory flowers in your bouquets and arrangements) ties it all together. Perfect for outdoor or garden weddings, it evokes a natural and inviting ambiance. You could use Mocha Mousse for groomsmen’s suits, natural wood or other decorative elements, with blush and sage in floral arrangements and accessories (following examples by deerpearlflowers.com and elegantweddinginvites.com)

Mocha Mousse and Burgundy
For a fall or winter wedding, pairing Mocha Mousse with deep burgundy creates a rich and luxurious feel. This combination adds depth and warmth to your event – with Mocha Mousse in table settings or stationery, with burgundy as the star in florals and attire, e.g. bridesmaids dresses and your bridal shoes. Little flecks of metallic gold elevate it all! Here is an example from emmalovesweddings.com:

Well…. convinced? These palettes showcase the versatility of Mocha Mousse as a warm, neutral backdrop for a multitude of colorways, allowing you to create a wedding aesthetic that reflects your personal style and the season of your celebration.