How to Style Your Home with the Pantone Color of the Year: Incorporating It Through Carpets

pantone color of the year: Mocha Mousse

Transform Your Home with Pantone-Inspired Carpet Accents

The Pantone Color of the Year has been unveiled, setting the stage for design trends in 2025. This year, PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse takes the spotlight—a rich and warming brown that brings comfort and sophistication to any space. Whether you’re redesigning a single room or revamping your entire home, this color offers countless opportunities for creative expression.

A standout way to introduce this trending color into your interiors is through carpets. Acting as the design foundation of a room, carpets can effortlessly tie together the Pantone color with your chosen aesthetic.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to using carpets to bring the Pantone Color of the Year into your home:

1. Start with the Room’s Purpose

The function of each room determines the mood you want to set:

  • Living Rooms: Opt for a plush area rug in Mocha Mousse to create a cozy, inviting ambiance.
  • Bedrooms: Select soft, neutral carpets with subtle hints of the Pantone shade to foster a relaxing and stylish retreat.
  • Dining Areas: Consider patterned carpets with touches of Mocha Mousse for an understated yet elegant look.

2. Pair with Complementary Colors

The Pantone Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse, is a versatile hue that pairs beautifully with a range of shades:

  • Combine Mocha Mousse with Olive Green and soft floral tones like Blush Pink, and Lavender. This combination brings a calm, natural vibe to your space.
  • For bold, dramatic spaces, pair Mocha Mousse with jewel tones like emerald green or deep sapphire blue.
  • For a serene and airy vibe, mix it with muted neutrals such as cream, beige, or dove gray.

3. Layer Textures for Depth

Layering textures adds a dynamic and luxurious feel to your space:

  • Pair a light wool carpet with Mocha Mousse colored leather or velvet furniture for a balanced contrast.
  • In open spaces, layer a sisal or jute rug beneath a smaller accent rug in Mocha Mousse for added interest.

4. Let the Carpet Be the Focal Point

For a bold statement, make your carpet the centerpiece:

  • A solid-color area rug in Mocha Mousse acts as the room’s anchor, drawing attention while setting the mood.
  • To balance boldness, keep walls and large furniture in neutral tones, allowing the carpet to take center stage.

5. Use Subtle Hints in High-Traffic Areas

In areas like hallways or staircases, add refined accents of Mocha Mousse:

  • A striped or geometric runner featuring the Pantone shade creates a modern, sophisticated look.
  • Choose durable, performance carpets for practicality without sacrificing style.

6. Accessorize for Cohesion

Tie your space together with accessories:

  • Throw pillows, curtains, or artwork in Mocha Mousse enhance the carpet’s presence.
  • Metallic finishes like gold or bronze lighting elevate the design, complementing the warmth of the Pantone color.

7. Define Spaces with Rugs

Rugs in Mocha Mousse can help outline areas in open-concept homes:

  • Use a statement rug under the dining table while keeping living spaces more neutral for contrast.
  • For small rooms, opt for lighter tones with subtle Mocha Mousse details to maintain balance.

Why Carpets Are the Perfect Foundation

Explore our Pinterest board from The Carpet Workroom, featuring a collection of carpet designs in Mocha Mousse. The board highlights various ways to incorporate this warm, rich tone into your space, including inspiration for custom designs and tips on how to style it. Whether you’re aiming for bold statements or subtle accents, you’ll find ideas to bring Mocha Mousse to life in your home.

Confused about which option would look best in your space? Make an appointment with Jill Copney, our in-house interior designer, to help bring your vision to life. With her talents and our carpets, we can create a space you’ll love.

Conclusion

The Pantone Color of the Year offers a fresh opportunity to revitalize your home, and carpets are the perfect way to showcase this rich, versatile hue. From statement pieces to understated accents, there’s a style for everyone. Ready to transform your space? Visit our showroom or browse our collection online to find the perfect carpet that brings Mocha Mousse into your home’s story for 2025.

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