Fraunces

serif

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Aa Bb Cc Dd Ee Ff Gg Hh Ii Jj

The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog

Typography is the art and technique of arranging type to make written language legible, readable, and appealing when displayed.

ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
0123456789.,;:?!@#$%^&*()

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Details

Designer
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Category
serif
Description
Inspired by the late 18th-century lettering style, Fraunces is a serif font that pays homage to the rich typographic history of the United States. Its design is based on the handwriting of John Peter Zenger, a renowned printer and publisher in colonial New York. The font features narrow letters with elongated tails, giving it a unique and distinctive character. It's well-suited for designs that require a touch of historical elegance or a classic, sophisticated feel.

Best Use Cases

  • Website and app interfaces
  • Editorial design
  • Corporate branding
  • Print publications
  • Social media graphics

Usage Instructions

To best utilize Fraunces in your designs, consider using it for headlines or short sections of text. Its elegant and historical roots make it a great choice for luxury brands, educational content, or any design that requires a touch of classic sophistication.

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