An elegant dinner table set for a formal event features plates, glassware, and small lamps on dark brown tablecloths, complemented by tasteful decorations.

From Rustic to Refined: Styling Your Event with Muted Browns

The word is out: Muted browns are officially having a moment. With Mocha Mousse named Pantone’s Color of the Year, it’s no surprise these versatile neutrals are showing up everywhere. Whether you’re going for beachy boho or forest fairytale, muted browns tie it all together with that laid-back, not-trying-too-hard kind of vibe we love.

Warm & Earthy Palette

Rustic but make it cool. Muted browns, like Jolie Wheat and Velvet Hazel, are the ultimate sidekick to mustard, burnt orange, rusty red, and olive green. It’s giving Woodstock-in-the-woods energy, in the best possible way.

Want something more polished? Add wood accents and gold or brass touches. Suddenly, you’ve got that refined-but-still-grounded look that feels cozy and dialed in.

Two wedding reception tables: One draped in a long white tablecloth with floral centerpieces; the other elegantly dressed in a brown cloth adorned with lush greenery, beautifully illuminated by candles and lamps.

Bold & Bright Palette

Maybe your style is louder is better. Say less.

Pair muted browns, like our Lexington Linen or Riga Sand, with punchy linens like Zara Sapphire, Velvet Marigold, and Fleur Meadow to bring the drama (in the best way). Mocha Mousse + Verona Sunset? Love it. Want to toss in some pinks, soft greens, or sky blues? Go for it. These neutrals are here to support your maximalist moment without stealing the spotlight.

Two elegantly set tables feature floral centerpieces, candles, and numbered brown table signs. Plates, cutlery, and glasses are arranged neatly on tablecloths with matching napkins.

Cool & Serene Palette

More “herb garden and ocean breeze” than bold and bright?. Pair muted browns like mushroom and cool beige with dusty blue, lavender, and cream for a palette that’s soft, calm, and totally on point.

Think beachy without the cliché—sage, driftwood, gauzy drapes, and textures like Nola Stone and McKinley Linen. Add in a little lace and glass and you’ve got an effortlessly chic look that still feels intentional. Yes, we’ll RSVP to that.

Two dining table settings: one with a floral tablecloth, candles, and flowers; the other featuring a patterned cloth, white chairs, and decorative plates. A touch of elegance is added to both setups with subtle hints of brown woven into the designs.

Mocha-chromatic Moment (see what we did there)

Muted browns don’t have to play backup. They can absolutely run the show.

Enter: chocolate chic. Layer rich tones like espresso and caramel with softer hues like our Perfect Linen Napkin for a monochromatic color drench that delivers depth, warmth, and serious style. Add luxe textures like Velvet Cafe Noir or satin and throw in tinted glassware or vintage metallics if you’re feeling extra. (You should be.)

Two elegantly set dining tables with floral centerpieces, candles, and folded napkins. A delicate butterfly motif graces one setting, while the other boasts a soft brown table number "17.

Subtle but strong, soft but statement-making, muted browns are that quiet power move every event palette needs.

Apr. 02, 2025