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Typography Mastery: How to Choose & Pair Fonts Like a Pro

  • Writer: shimshon nigrekar
    shimshon nigrekar
  • Apr 22
  • 1 min read

Great typography can elevate a design, while poor choices can ruin it. This guide breaks down the science and art of font pairing with practical examples.


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Key Sections:


1. Understanding Font Categories

  • Serif vs. Sans-Serif: When to use each.

  • Display Fonts: Best for headlines, worst for body text.

  • Script & Handwritten Fonts: Adding personality (but use sparingly).


2. The Golden Rules of Font Pairing

  • Contrast is Key: Pair a bold headline font with a neutral body font.

  • Limit Your Fonts: 2-3 fonts max per project.

  • Mood Matching: Formal (serifs) vs. modern (clean sans-serifs).


3. Real-World Examples of Good & Bad Pairings

  • Good: Classic combinations (e.g., Helvetica + Garamond).

  • Bad: Clashing styles (e.g., Comic Sans + Blackletter).


4. Free Tools for Perfect Typography

  • Google Fonts (best free library).

  • FontPair.co (pre-made combos).

  • Typewolf (inspiration from real sites).

 
 
 

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