Question
What are the best practices for retro font design examples?
Answer
Retro type works best when it is used with restraint and tested at real print size.
- Use one retro display font per project and pair it with a clean, neutral body font
- Convert text to outlines before sending files to print so the fonts render correctly
- Proof at actual size. A face that looks bold on screen can turn muddy on a 3.5 x 2 inch card
- Choose uncoated stock to reinforce the vintage, tactile feel
- Lean on period-accurate colors and subtle texture rather than heavy effects
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