Pantone named Mocha Mousse as its 2025 Color of the Year and I must admit I was disappointed. My initial reaction was that this color was blah and moving into a new year, I wanted something fun and vibrant. This is not my favorite color and I have very little in my home and closet. I honestly wasn’t sure how I was going to write this post.

The more I thought about it, I realized this is a neutral color and it’s all about building a foundation of staples. You aren’t wearing this color to be vibrant, you’re adding it in as a hardworking basic piece. Something high quality that you might keep for a long time. Once I started thinking about it from that perspective, I needed inspiration. Meghan Markle immediately popped into my head – she is the queen of neutrals. I decided to take a page from her fashion playbook and came up with some Mocha Mousse items that would be great basics to build on. Let me know what you think!

Summer Fridays Iced Coffee Lip Balm ($24)

Tik Tokkers have been talking about this for months and as soon as I started writing this the iced coffee flavor instantly popped into my head for Mocha Mousse. I’m not a big coffee person, but I will probably still try this one out. I also love a woman-owned brand!

High-Waisted Satin Midi Slip Skirt in Mocha Taffy ($19.99)

You can style this skirt so many different ways – with a sweater, a tank top, heels, or sneakers. It’s on trend right now, but this is a classic piece.

Tea Leaves Mocha Mousse Tea ($38)

Tea Leaves created a special Pantone Mocha Mousse Black Tea (my favorite) just for 2025. Think flavors of chocolate, cinnamon, and vanilla (and caffeine).

Dolce Vita Katik Heels ($79.90)

These heels look so sexy! I was looking for a basic pump but these are so much better!

CND Satin Pajamas ($11.30)

This is such a subtle neutral with a soft shimmer…perfect for a neutral nail with a little something extra.

Brown Minimal Sleeveless Midi Dress ($21.99)

This is so elegant – perfect for looking classy while also being casual.

Brumate Era in Mocha ($44.99)

I’m a big fan of my Brumate cups. My toddler always wants to drink out of mommy’s cup and I love the locking feature on these.

Coach Brooklyn Shoulder Bag ($295)

I’ve been looking for a new brown bag since I wore out my last one. I’m loving the style of this one and it’s big enough to hold all my junk!

IPSY Pantone Collection (Launching in April)

In partnership with Pantone, IPSY has developed a limited-edition collection of Mocha Mousse must-haves, including a makeup bag crafted from soft, vegan Mocha Mousse leather, a 5-piece makeup brush collection, and a 3-piece makeup sponge set. You can sign up at the link to be notified when it drops.

Elodie One-Shoulder Velvet Top ($19.99)

This is such a romantic piece but would be perfect for date night. You could pair it with jeans and the Dolce Vita shoes!

Paris Cafe Candle ($26.95)

When I think of Mocha Mousse this is what comes to mind. Rich roasted coffee, sugared brioche, and vanilla creme. Just pretend I’m in Paris.

Pearl Earrings ($27.99)

Pearls are classic, but these are different. They would compliment any outfit.

ColourPop Deja Brew Eyeshadow Palette ($14)

Shimmery neutrals are my everyday go to eye look. I originally would have suggested the original Naked palette (which I am hoarding at home), but you can’t get that one anymore so this ColourPop version is a great option!

Satin Midi Dress ($129.99)

I wasn’t going to add this one, but it’s too perfect not too! I love the cut of this dress. I still like the skirt above as well, but this dress in Marshland Brown was so cute in a different way.

Zipper Tech Case ($15.00)

This would be the perfect work “padfolio” as I call it. I work in a coworking space and I bring my stuff back and forth, so traveling light is crucial.

Mod Hoop Earrings ($28)

These would look so cute with any of the clothing and outfits I shared here.

LA Girl Cafe Lipliner Pencil ($3.49) and NYX Madeline Butter Gloss ($5.99)

I already had both of these colors on hand, but put them together and you have the ultimate mocha lip combo.

LilySilk Silk Shirt ($139)

This is a little pricey, but the pictures look amazing. It’s a great way to dress up any outfit and a button up NEVER goes out of style.

Floral Coasters ($17)

These coasters are stunning and elevate any space. I’m all about adding life’s little luxuries back into your day and these coasters do just that.

Coach Integration Flower Sunglasses ($89)

These scream summer to me – I imagine wearing them to a music festival or outdoor event.

Let me know your favorite Mocha Mousse items!

You can take a look back on my previous Pantone posts about the 2024 color of the Year, Peach Fuzz, 2020 color of the year, Classic Blue, 2019 color of the year, Living Coral, 2018 color of the year, Ultra Violet, 2017 color of the year, Greenery, 2016 colors of the year, Rose Quartz & Serenity, 2015 color of the year, Marsala, and the 2014 color of the year, Radiant Orchid.