Microsoft's nifty new Office font is based on Michelangelo's handwriting
'I really don't feel their execution lives up to their intent': new Word font is based on Michelangelo's handwriting, but some think the two are 'wildly' different.
Microsoft has introduced a new font for its 365 apps, named Michelangelus. This font is a modern interpretation of Michelangelo's handwriting, based on his distinctive style. The font was created for Microsoft 365 users to use in digital and printed materials related to St. Peter's Basilica, which celebrates its 400th anniversary.
The font was developed by an Italian design agency, studiogusto, commissioned by the Fabbrica di San Pietro. The goal was to create a typeface that maintained some of Michelangelo's handwriting flourishes while being clear and easy to read. While some reactions have been mixed about how closely the digital font resembles Michelangelo's handwriting, the font is expected to be rolled out to Microsoft 365 apps by the end of the year. However, users can manually download and install it now from a provided link.
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