Microsoft Office gets a design revamp, new default theme & font style to debut in September

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Microsoft has announced the upcoming launch of a new default theme for Office applications. This change is set to be revealed in September, delivering a fresh look and feel to subscribers of Microsoft 365.

According to The Verge, the highlight of this design overhaul is the introduction of the new Aptos font, which will replace the long-standing Calibri font that has been a staple in Microsoft's suite of apps such as Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel for over 15 years. Alongside the font change, Microsoft is also introducing updates to the default style, colour palette, and line weights within the Office ecosystem. Aptos font's debut is accompanied by an update to the default colour palette, with notable modifications aimed at enhancing visual clarity and document aesthetics. The traditional yellow hue is making way for a sophisticated dark green, while a lighter blue is being swapped out for an elegant dark teal tone.

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These changes are anticipated to result in improved contrasts and readability, enhancing the overall user experience.

Word and Outlook, two of the flagship applications within the Microsoft 365 suite, will also undergo a revamp in their default style. This transformation is centred on making documents more legible, exuding a professional demeanour, and simplifying navigation. Jess Kwok, a product manager for Microsoft 365 apps, elaborated that the changes