Pantone is manifesting a big year for brown, naming Mocha Mousse its Color of the Year.

Pantone has named Mocha Mousse, a warm chocolate brown, as its 2025 Color of the Year. A versatile hue celebrated by Pantone for evoking indulgence and comfort, it can offer sophistication and depth in both interiors and fashion. 

In Jordan, MVRDV and KLABU upcycle shipping containers into rec centers for kids.

MVRDV and KLABU have developed a modular sports center using shipping containers to support refugee communities, with the latest iteration headed to Jordan’s Azraq camp. Designed for durability and adaptability, these clubhouses offer facilities for sports, education, Wi-Fi, and socializing, all powered by solar energy.

A streamable documentary delves into Eliot Noyes’ impact on corporate America.

The documentary Modernism, Inc: The Eliot Noyes Design Story explores the architect’s pivotal role in shaping modernism and corporate identity, particularly through his influential work with IBM. Directed by Jason Cohn, the 89-minute film has earned praise for its thorough research and compelling narrative, with increased availability on streaming platforms like Amazon and Apple TV this year.

Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein parent company PVH names Donald Kohler as CEO.

PVH Corp. has promoted Donald Kohler to CEO of its Americas division, expanding his responsibilities to include both Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein operations. Kohler, who joined in 2023 and has a background at Burberry and Ferragamo, is credited with driving transformational growth at Calvin Klein and now aims to replicate that success across both brands. His promotion comes as PVH prepares to reclaim its North American women’s wholesale licenses, enabling greater control over its product offerings in department stores.

Ruinart brought large scale sculptures by Henrique Olvera to Art Basel Miami Beach.

Henrique Oliveira unveiled monumental sculptures this year at Art Basel Miami Beach, created in collaboration with Maison Ruinart. Using recycled plywood, bark, and papier-mâché, Oliveira’s intricate, vine-like forms reflect his fascination with nature’s cycles of growth and decay, evoking the chalk caves of the Champagne region.

Today’s attractive distractions:

A 1st-century coin depicting Brutus might sell at auction for more than $1 million.

This Danish studio is giving San Quentin carceral center a peaceful makeover.

A Hungarian Baron goes off on party etiquette, “man-hugging,” and…Santa.

Q3 Inditext results show a strong outlook for Zara’s place in the retail landscape.