Being excited about the annual Color of the Year drop is a tradition — something simple yet unifying (or potentially polarizing, like peach!). Still, when Pantone shared 2025’s selection, it was collectively. . . comforting. Mocha Mousse nailed luxe, rich decadence and as we dive into the trend wholeheartedly, we’re inspired to shop last-minute gifts for loved ones that pay homage to the specific brown shade.
“Mocha Mousse is an evocative soft brown that transports our senses into the pleasure and deliciousness it inspires,” Pantone said of its latest pick. “A warming rich brown hue, Mocha Mousse nurtures with its suggestion of the delectable quality of cacao, chocolate and coffee, appealing to our desire for comfort.”
Whether you prefer sweet, fashionable or cozy gifts, scroll on for 12 options that embrace the intoxicating 2025 color trend and check all the boxes!
Pantone Mocha Mousse Gifts For the Fashionista
1. Karl Lagerfeld Paris Corinne Small Crossbody Bag in Honey Bear: Designer bags are always a fantastic gift, and this Karl Lagerfeld style embraces the rich auntie look while being a perfect everyday bag. They’ll never know you got it nearly 50% off! — $125 (regularly $228) at Saks Off Fifth!
2. Cotton On Teddy Hooded Jacket: A snuggly, cropped jacket is peak winter style and comfort! The hooded Cotton On jacket in mocha is great for layering and has ribbed bands at the cuffs and waist to keep out the wind. It would look amazing over a one-piece jumper or with high-waist pants — $100 at Nordstrom!
3. Brown Sugar Hearts iPhone Case: The silicone liner is practical, offering protection for phones with shock dispersion. However, it’s the adorable heart print with a mocha mousse background sets a style standard. There are so many iPhone sizes to choose from! — $17 (regularly $27) at Society 6!
4. Petal & Pup Ayers Long-Sleeve Rib Top and Wide Leg Pants Set: My colleagues and I are obsessed with this Petal & Pup cozy-chic sweater set. Anyone who likes to be incredibly cute and comfy will love it. While it comes in black, you’ll want to snag it in the shade, mocha, of course! — $89 at Nordstrom
Pantone Mocha Mousse Gifts For the Home
5. Coffee Hour Inspired by Mocha Mousse Art Print: An official Pantone collab, this pretty Society 6 print is the perfect way to incorporate a nod to the COTY while elevating your home decor. The modern design offers whimsy and a nod to the best beverage on earth — Starting at $14 (regularly $24) at Society 6!
6. Ghirardelli Mocha Frappe, Powder 3.12 lbs: Sitting under an art print sipping a real cocoa-infused mocha frappe sounds like a heavenly winter ritual! For anyone with a taste for chocolate, this tub of Ghirardelli is the perfect pick, and shoppers say it’s “delicious” made hot or cold. It’ll also make a great hostess or teacher gift! — $33 at Amazon!
7. Bonita Fierce Cafecito Con Leche Candle: A cafe con leche scent sounds comforting, inviting and pleasurable. What a way to fill the home with Java opulence — $34 at Nordstrom!
8. UnHide Lil’ Marsh Small Plush Blanket: Everyone loves to snuggle up in throws, but this one gets extra points for the pretty yet neutral shades that will fit any decor. One shopper says, “Softest blanket I have ever owned. Like a therapy blanket that you want to wrap around you when you are feeling down, feeling chilled, or just because you have had a long day. ” — $69 at Nordstrom!
Pantone Mocha Mousse Gifts For the Beauty Lover
9. Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eyeshadow in Mocha: This shadow stick beloved by Sarah Jessica Parker (and Us!) comes in a sultry mocha shade, exuding the COTY’s warm, rich energy. It’s also universally flattering, which is a major plus — $28 (regularly $33) at Nordstrom!
10. Clinique My Happy Cocoa & Cashmere Perfume Spray: This mix of cocoa absolute, vanilla and musk accords will instantly boost moods. This fragrance embraces a sumptuous dessert moment without going too far into gourmand — $23 at Amazon!
11. Smashbox Always On Longwear Matte Liquid Lipstick: For the matte lippie lover, the shade Stepping Out not only captures the rich brown tone but is also beloved by Zoe Saldaña — $27 at Amazon!
12. Clinique Pop Longwear Lipstick in Cappuccino Pop: Another easy-to-wear and giftable makeup pick is Clinique’s legendary lipstick in the ultra-flattering shade Cappuccino Pop. A sweet stocking stuffer, the rich nude brown with warm undertones nails the Pantone’s COTY aesthetic, and the satin finish won’t dry lips. — $26 at Nordstrom!
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