I’m Warming Up My Winter Wardrobe With These 7 Mocha Mousse-Inspired Staples
Wrap Yourself in Warmth with Pantone's Color Pick for 2025
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When Pantone revealed its Color of the Year as Mocha Mousse, a warm, light brown shade, I indulged in knowing I already owned various iterations of the color. Interwoven between my fur-lined accessories, an influx of recent suede purchases, and an affinity for brown outerwear, my cool-weather wardrobe is brimming with the cozy-coded color.
The neutral shade isn’t simply a starting point for your outfits; there are many ways to make it the centerpiece of your winter wardrobe. Even if your closet is a kaleidoscope of color, Mocha Mousse will only enhance dopamine dressing. Layer warm-toned turtlenecks under your graphic crewneck sweatshirts, and create a head-swiveling monochromatic outfit by matching your tops and bottoms with interpretations of the shade. Maybe you’ll yield to its chocolatey allure and button up a brown, statement-making coat. Trust me, this shade has depth.
Quince Mongolian Cashmere Funnel Neck Sweater
Quince
This sweater perfectly matches the cafe-au-lait I pair with it during brisk mornings at brunch and the chocolate biscotti I dip into my afternoon tea. While its relaxed fit fools others into thinking I threw it on with casual elegance, smart details like a sophisticated funnel neck and luxe cashmere fabric elevate it above my casual sweaters of yore.
J.Crew Wrap Trench Coat
J.Crew
If Mocha Mousse is this year’s most versatile neutral, consider the J.Crew Wrap Trench the outerwear equivalent. I can throw it over pajama bottoms or a tulle skirt, and everyone will think I’m dressed smartly and intentionally. Since it stops just below the knee, I can show off my knee-high boots with it or opt for a laid-back street-style approach and add some suede sneakers and ankle socks.
Paige Sasha Wide Leg Jean
Paige
I never thought I’d consider sparkly pants a wardrobe staple, but this hero clothing item has already been a mainstay in my winter style. No matter how boring my outfit may be, I zip into these glittering brown party pants and am suddenly the best dressed in the room. This shade is slightly deeper than Pantone’s 2025 color, so consider the lighter version in French Latte.
Staud Wells Dress Mocha Herringbone
Staud
Not every party dress needs bedazzled glitz and glam. This understated Staud Dress can carry you through any event with its wow-worthy silhouette, which has a full pleated circle skirt and textured wool fabric. Nothing brings me more joy than mixing and matching accessories with it, from red tights to a cool-toned pashmina.
Banana Republic Top Stitch Leather Belt
Banana Republic
Accessories transform outfits, even inconspicuous neutral-shaded ones like this slim leather belt, which I recently added to my wardrobe. The key here is the gorgeous leather material and expert stitching, providing my trousers or skirt waist with an intentional, luxurious look.
Frances Valentine Colorblock Knit Gloves
Nordstrom
“Here, here!” I say to experiment with beige tones while you navigate the Mocha Mousse trend. One way is with these elbow-length color-blocked gloves. The long length and warm wool-blend fabric make them as practical as they are performative.
FP Collection New Frontier Western Boot
Nordstrom
Even cowboys get cold, and if they’re fashionable, the western wearers will choose the Free People suede boots to beat the winter chill. The casual-turned-high fashion trend is versatile, easy to recreate, and, most importantly, fun. The New Frontier booties can easily transition between seasons. Its almost 7-inch shaft hits right above the ankle, perfect for showing off printed tights or baring a bit of skin with some cropped cigarette pants.
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Irene Richardson is a fashion and beauty writer for InStyle. She typically incorporates lots of color into her wardrobe, so tackling this new trend will be an exciting challenge for her. Luckily, she has plenty of inspiration from the InStyle team and her favorite indulgent treats to get her sartorial wheels churning.
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