: Looking for lively sans-serif fonts with relatively short x-heights I’m looking for a sans-serif font that I can pair with Bembo Book. I’ve tried quite a few so far, and it’s pretty clear
I’m looking for a sans-serif font that I can pair with Bembo Book.
I’ve tried quite a few so far, and it’s pretty clear that the sans-serif needs to have a cap height to x-height ratio similar to Bembo Book (otherwise it just looks ungainly by comparison), and a vaguely calligraphic influence too, or at least some contrast between thick and thin lines (otherwise it colours the page differently, and looks quite stark.)
I can’t find any sans-serif that satisfies both those requirements. Does any exist? It can be a paid font.
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Futura is a classic with a modern look, not outdated, very versatile, has many different weight and styles too and I guess it could be considered lively. Not really calligraphic I suppose.
And there's Mesmerize that is a bit less straight and more calligraphic, and what I also consider lively.
And Kabel if you want more curves and angles!
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Opinion: If you use Bembo for the body text, it looks good and adds contrast to use a thin condensed sans-serif or a demi/bold one that doesn't look too heavy, and play with the font size.
For example, below is a sample of ITC Franklin Gothic Book and Bembo.
...and ITC Franklin Gothic Demi
The Optima Family seems to fit the bill pretty well. Variable width strokes, similar cap height to lc ratio, and a large variety of weights to choose from. I hope this helps.
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