Preview
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
- Unknown
- Release Year
- Unknown
- Category
- serif
- Description
- Designed by Gerard Unger, Joan is a contemporary serif font with a unique blend of classic and modern design elements. It features tall x-height, slightly condensed characters, and gently curved strokes which make it highly legible and versatile. The font's distinctive features include the elongated lowercase 'a', the open counter on 'o' and 'g', and the calligraphic influence evident in the 'r'. Originally designed for the Dutch financial daily newspaper 'NRC Handelsblad', Joan is perfect for creating a sophisticated yet approachable look.
Best Use Cases
- Website and app interfaces
- Editorial design
- Corporate branding
- Print publications
Usage Instructions
To effectively utilize Joan in your designs, consider using it for headlines or as a primary font in editorial layouts to create an elegant and sophisticated feel. For corporate branding projects, use the font in logos, business cards, or other brand assets to convey professionalism and refinement.