diff --git a/packages/pillar-core/CHANGELOG.md b/packages/pillar-core/CHANGELOG.md
index 1bd7efb9..b7b620cf 100644
--- a/packages/pillar-core/CHANGELOG.md
+++ b/packages/pillar-core/CHANGELOG.md
@@ -1,5 +1,13 @@
 # @pillar/core
 
+## 0.8.1
+
+### Patch Changes
+
+- # please imporve this release message
+
+  We've refined the Pillar Core UI design to provide a more visually appealing and user-friendly experience.
+
 ## 0.8.0
 
 ### Minor Changes
diff --git a/packages/pillar-core/package.json b/packages/pillar-core/package.json
index 0512ca20..a6058b24 100644
--- a/packages/pillar-core/package.json
+++ b/packages/pillar-core/package.json
@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
 {
   "name": "@pillar-ui/core",
-  "version": "0.8.0",
+  "version": "0.8.1",
   "description": "A collection of reusable UI components for modern web development. These components follow best practices, are highly customizable, and promote a consistent user experience across applications.",
   "author": {
     "name": "Hamza Miloud Amar",