Frame Your Style With Mocha Mousse

David Reeves • February 14, 2025

If you’ve heard the recent murmurings about ‘Mocha Mousse’, you might be forgiven for thinking it’s the latest coffee shop trend.

It is, in fact, Pantone’s coffee-inspired Colour of the Year.

We’re going to dive into the earthy depths of this year’s chosen colour to explore its unique blend of versatility, elegance, and depth.

What’s it all about?

A person holding colour charts with different Mocha Mousse tones

Every year, colour matching company Pantone selects a colour that captures the global mood and inspires creative industries. These shades are standardised across design and manufacturing, ensuring consistency worldwide.

For 2025, Mocha Mousse has taken the spotlight. With its “earthy elegance” and rich, coffee-chocolate tones, this shade is as versatile as it is sophisticated. Whether used as a soothing neutral or an upbeat trendsetter, it’s a colour that adapts effortlessly. 

The power of a colour

A pair of car eye sunglasses in the shade Mocha Mousse with other brown tone colour examples in squares next to it

Pantone’s Colour of the Year has a wide-reaching influence. You might notice its sway in the world of interior design, graphic design, and cosmetics – and fashion collections, of course.

While metallic and black finishes have long been staples in eyewear, Mocha Mousse brings a fresh, lively energy to the mix. This rustic yet sleek tone's accommodating nature makes it ideal for both everyday minimalistic designs and striking head-turners.

How is 2025 shaping up?

A woman wearing oversized glasses in Mocha Mousse

When it comes to frame style, 2025 is all about bold shapes and timeless elegance – and Mocha Mousse fits right in.

Oversized eyewear is dominating the scene this year – whether they’re big and round or square and thick. Add Mocha Mousse into the mix, and you’ve got a confident yet calming aesthetic.

Cat-eye glasses are also making a comeback. The upward-sweeping design paired with the grounding aspect of this warm, delectable shade makes for a satisfying balance.

A square frame in Mocha Mousse offers clean lines and bold structure creating a confident, polished look that’s perfect for both professional settings and casual outings. If you’re looking for something unique, geometric eyewear styles take sophistication to the next level, blending creativity with elegance.

When it comes to materials, high-quality acetates, wood varieties, and metals like bronze or copper are all excellent choices to showcase this year’s Pantone shade.

What to wear

A woman wearing blue sunglasses with neutral-toned lenses

Mocha Mousse goes hand in hand with neutral tones like whites, creams and tans creating a refined and harmonious palette.

Styling it with opulent shades of deep blues or emerald greens, or organic autumnal burgundies or mustards really lets the colour sing. And don’t be afraid to try it with denim or leather (or both!) for that rock-chic aesthetic.

Eyewear can be the most compelling part of an outfit – and pairing it with the right accessories can make a bold statement.

With Mocha Mousse frames, gold and rose gold accents are your go-to for a touch of glamour. A matching bag or belt can tie your look together, creating a sleek and cohesive style.

Embrace 2025 with confidence

A gentleman trying on new glasses in the opticians

Start the year on a stylish note by exploring how Mocha Mousse eyewear can give your wardrobe a whole new spin.

Visit your local Harrold Opticians to try on a variety of frame styles – from oversized square frames to chic cat-eyes or bold geometric designs.

Not sure which style to choose? Our frame styling experts team can provide a personalised consultation to help you find a pair of glasses that complement your personal style, taking your facial features, skin tone and hair colour, as well as overall preferences and lifestyle needs, into account.

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