This season, lean into the warm embrace of earthy tones. From comforting caramels to modern mochas, these are the shades of brown the experts at Resene recommend using in your home.
In a world increasingly seeking connection and comfort, earthy tones are finding their way into our most design-led spaces — offering a grounding embrace. Brown has long been an elevated neutral, and the sophisticated shades coming through in 2025 evoke the timeless elegance of earth-toned interiors — balancing nostalgia with modernity to effortlessly weave into contemporary design narratives.
Here, the experts at Resene guide us on how to employ the most harmonious of shades in our homes this autumn.
More than simply a trending colour, mocha-toned browns — whether enveloping a space in cocooning warmth or serving as a refined neutral alongside textural materials — imbue homes with a sense of comfort and relaxation not afforded to beige.
For those looking to create depth and vibrancy, pair lighter, mocha-toned shades like Resene’s Lone Ranger with accents of caramel and ivory; for drama, contrast the likes of Resene Bark with charcoals and inky blues. The beauty of this versatile colour is its ability to elevate without overpowering, making it as fitting for a plush, curated living space as it is the sleek minimalism of a contemporary bedroom.
Its grounding essence makes it a compelling alternative to traditional neutrals, offering depth without darkness; warmth without weight, and slotting seamlessly into any space and any aesthetic vision.
