How to Use Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year on Your Wedding Day

Hold onto your latte, ladies – Pantone has spoken, and they’ve officially crowned Mocha Mousse as the Color of the Year for 2025. And honestly, could there be a better shade for a wedding? Mocha Mousse is warm, rich, and effortlessly chic. Not to mention, Mocha Mousse works beautifully year-round, making it the perfect shade for creating a wedding vibe that’s modern, inviting, and just a little indulgent. 

At Elle Mae Bridal, we’re absolutely loving this sophisticated hue, and we’re excited to help our brides find the perfect gown to bring their Mocha Mousse-inspired wedding to life. Whether you’re trying the knot in Montgomery County, jetting off to the mountains, or escaping to the beach, there are endless ways to make this soft, yet bold, shade work for you. 

So without further ado, here are some Mocha Mousse ideas for your big day!

Using Pantone’s Color of the Year for Stationary

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Your wedding stationery is the first taste your guests will get of your big day, and Mocha Mousse is the perfect way to set the mood. Picture this: a beautifully embossed invitation with subtle mocha tones paired with gold or ivory accents. Or soft, textured paper with elegant Mocha Mousse calligraphy—simple, refined, and so Instagrammable. You could also opt for a modern watercolor design, combining rich mocha tones with soft ivory accents. Girl, the options are almost endless! The color is soft enough to evoke elegance, but its depth adds just the right amount of richness, making it clear your wedding will be one to remember. 

Don’t forget those save-the-dates and thank-you cards—every detail is an opportunity to keep that warm, sophisticated vibe going!

Using Pantone’s Color of the Year for the Gals

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Let’s be honest: bridesmaid dresses are often a touchy subject. But Mocha Mousse is here to save the day. One of the easiest (and most stylish) ways to introduce Mocha Mousse into your wedding day is through your bridesmaids’ dresses. It’s a soft, universally flattering color that will look beautiful on every body type and skin tone. This blog from One Fab Day has bridesmaid-meets-mocha inspo galore! 

As an added bonus, this versatile color looks fabulous in various fabrics, too. From elegant satin finishes to flowing chiffon, this stunning color will have your besties looking chic and coordinated, without being too matchy-matchy. 

Using Pantone’s Color of the Year for the Guys

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Who says the groom has to stick with a black or navy suit? Mocha Mousse is a perfect option for the groom who wants to add a little flavor to his look without going over the top. A Mocha Mousse suit is sleek, modern, and so stylish. It’s the perfect choice for a warm, intimate wedding, and it’ll have your groom looking like he stepped straight off a runway.

Pair the suit with a crisp white shirt, a soft tie or bow tie in ivory or champagne, and some stylish brown leather shoes, and you’ve got a look that’s both classic and contemporary. 

Using Pantone’s Color of the Year for Florals

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Florals are one of the most important elements of any wedding—they set the tone, add color, and bring life to your ceremony and reception spaces. For a classic look, pair Mocha Mousse with creamy ivory roses, white peonies, and soft lilacs, creating a balanced contrast of warmth and freshness. If you want a deeper, more romantic vibe, add touches of burgundy or plum dahlias, along with rich greenery like eucalyptus or ivy to give your florals that lush, garden-fresh feel.

Using Pantone’s Color of the Year for Tablescapes and Decor

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When it comes to your reception tables, Mocha Mousse is an instant mood-setter. It’s the perfect shade for creating an elegant yet approachable feel. Start with Mocha Mousse table runners or placemats, and layer them with delicate touches of white, cream, or even metallic gold to create depth and contrast. You can pair it with elegant glassware—think amber or clear crystal goblets that catch the light beautifully.

In terms of decor, Mocha Mousse can serve as the perfect backdrop to rich metallic accents. Think copper or gold vases, picture frames, and candlesticks to add a bit of sparkle to your setting. For an intimate, cozy vibe, you can bring in textured elements like velvet cushions or linen runners in Mocha Mousse—it’s all about creating a warm and inviting space, without overwhelming the senses. This color looks stunning whether you’re hosting an outdoor ceremony under the trees (have you SEEN The Meekermark Magnolia?!) or an indoor celebration at a luxe venue like Boxwood Manor in Tomball. 

Mocha Mousse: A Year-Round Wedding Color

What’s truly magical about Mocha Mousse is how effortlessly it transitions from season to season. In the fall and winter, it brings a cozy, rich warmth to your celebration. As we move into spring and summer, Mocha Mousse still works wonders. It becomes a softer, more serene choice, complementing the lightness of pastels like blush pink and soft lavender, while evoking a sense of natural elegance when paired with lush greenery and white florals. 

This timeless shade doesn’t just reflect the season; it enhances it, making Mocha Mousse the ideal choice for any wedding, no matter the time of year.

Ready to Rock Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year?

Mocha Mousse is the perfect color to bring warmth, sophistication, and a touch of indulgence to your wedding day—whether you’re planning a winter wonderland or a summer celebration, this shade is your year-round wedding BFF.

Are you totally inspired by all that this stunner color has to offer? So are we! Come see us, and we’ll help you find the gown that complements all of your Mocha Mousse dreams!

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