color of the year 2025: mocha mousse

introducing mocha mousse: inspiring indulgence in simple pleasures like chocolate and coffee, the rich and warming mocha color is perfect for welcoming in 2025. its comforting and nurturing earthy tones take us back to basics and encourage us to be more mindful in our search for contentment. browse the essie polishes that best channel the 2025 color of the year to discover your new fav mani shade.

  • not to-do

    make your new year’s resolutions then break them with not to-do, a deep coffee brown nail polish with red undertones.
    hand holding essie not to-do nail polish on a white background

  • all checked out

    this creamy, raisin-brown long-wear nail polish with purple and blue undertones checks all the boxes, the perfect shade for a perfectly polished mani.
    hand holding essie all checked out nail polish on a white background

  • cold brew crew

    indulge in this caffeinated warm mid-tone brown in a quick-dry formula, dedicated to those who take their coffee on ice all year round, no matter the weather forecast.
    hand holding essie cold brew crew nail polish on a white background

  • crochet away

    if 2025 is the year to start that hobby you’ve always wanted to try, then let crochet away inspire you to take the first step with its grayish brown hue with red undertones.
    hand holding essie crochet away nail polish on a white background

faq

  • if you’d rather channel high-energy in 2025, the new dopamine rush collection features six electric shades in our gel couture formula that lasts up to 15 days, perfect for spring and summer or for bringing a pop of color into the colder months. for nails damaged by uv gel polish, we developed the to the rescue uv gel damage repair treatment formulated with 3 protein complex, msm & ceramides to improve visible signs of damage in 5 days.

  • yes! we have a whole range of different nail care items suited for different nail concerns, from treatments that strengthen nails, improve texture and neutralize color to cuticle removers to prep nails and oils to condition and protect.

  • with over 1000 different shades, there’s an essie polish for everyone and for every mood. check out our by color pages and filter to find the exact hue you’re looking for. or take the perfect essie color quiz for a tailor-made mani featuring your ideal essie polish.

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