Typography Weekly #70

Debunking false stories with typographic knowledge. Another one of Thomas Phinney’s cases.

“Originally commissioned by Best Made Co., its functional beauty was made to mimic the idiosyncrasies of handwriting. Naturally randomised letterforms lend it authenticity, while weathered edges and subtle variations add a rustic charm. The effect is an honest, approachable, and organic look that’s careful, but that doesn’t overthink it. ”

“At last, a comprehensive way to explore the entire Sudtipos type library. To celebrate the launch, enjoy 50% off any desktop or webfont purchase by entering offer code SUDTIPOSNEW at checkout.”

“This family began with material I had collected for In Letters We Trust a few years ago. Like that lecture, Conductor began with a simple observation, which prompted questions and conjecture and before long, a whole type family. Conductor is also the first family I’ve worked on with Nina Stössinger from the start, making it especially satisfying to launch. — Tobias Frere-Jones”

Sum­ner Stone talked to Misha Be­let­sky about type tech­niques, life, work, teach­ing and his plans.

A serif typeface in 56 styles (including optical sizes, widths and weights) designed by Riley Cran, inspired by the mid century advertising lettering of Mortimer Leach.

“Of the 20 styles in this comprehensive font, which also include condensed variants, we have selected eight base styles, which will convince you of the versatility of this modern, high-quality typeface design.”

“Inspired by a style of lettering invented to convey precision and reliability, Isotope is a new family of typefaces designed to be both luxurious and fit.”