09 January 2025
COLOR OF THE YEAR 2025
PANTONE® 17-1230 - Mocha Mousse
MIC's Color of the Year: 314 Macadamia Brown
For 2025, the world of fashion and design welcomes the sophisticated warmth of PANTONE® 17-1230 Mocha Mousse.
MIC has drawn inspiration from this shade, introducing our 314 Macadamia Brown – List 12, Position 21 in the MIC general color chart – a hue that embodies elegance and natural charm, encapsulated in the mood of Cocoa Shadows.
This color represents more than just a trend: it’s an invitation to embrace a style rich in harmony and refinement. Perfect for threads across our entire range, 314 Macadamia Brown enhances MIC’s color palette with a touch of versatility and warmth, ideal for any creative project.
The Character of 314 Macadamia Brown
The 314 Macadamia Brown stands out for its balanced depth and enveloping warmth. It is a medium brown tone with soft, velvety undertones that evoke freshly roasted cocoa, with hints of golden notes that make it luminous yet never overpowering.
Unlike darker shades like chocolate or cooler tones like taupe, Macadamia Brown strikes a balance between neutrality and vibrancy, naturally fitting into both classic and modern contexts.
ROOTEDNESS
It’s a color that speaks to our desire for connection and stability, evoking the strength of the earth and a sense of grounding.
ELEGANCE
Its warm and enveloping tone adds a touch of elegance, perfect for refined yet casual projects.
COMFORT
This shade conveys a sense of comfort, with its warm notes wrapping around us, soothing and reassuring.
VERSATILITY
Its versatility makes it suitable for both modern, minimalist styles and more classic, detail-rich interpretations.
Trend Palette:
Tonal Pairings and Fresh Contrasts
Cocoa Shadows is a collection of colors born from 314 Macadamia Brown, including neutral and warm shades such as dark brown, taupe, beige, and mocha brown, creating refined and harmonious combinations.
Furthermore, 314 Macadamia Brown pairs gracefully with fresh and vibrant colors like sage green, light blue, golden mustard, or shades of dusty pink.
With MIC threads, exploring new palettes becomes a creative journey that blends trend and personality, elevating every sewing project.
