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Fabulosa
by Laura Meseguer
  • Fabulosa Regular
  • 55.00 €  44.00
  • Fabulosa Regular
  • 55.00 €  44.00
“Make Love, not War”
Fabulosa embodies a unique vision, merging historical influences from the ‘fat face’ typography style and the exuberant flair of Ed Benguiat’s Caslon Black Swash, designed for Photo Lettering, Inc. around the 1960s. The ‘fat face’ style, with its exaggerated strokes, is believed to have been pioneered by typefounder Robert Thorne (1753–1820) in the early 19th century. Thorne’s innovation was a robust evolution of the modern type styles, characterized by their strong contrast and heavy serifs. Caslon Black Swash, on the other hand, is a vivid representation of mid-20th-century typographic creativity. Its swashes and decorative flourishes evoke a sense of nostalgia, harking back to the ornate letterforms of earlier centuries while also fitting into the vibrant graphic culture of the 70s.
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Fabulosa

Author
Laura Meseguer

Creation
2024

Actual version
1

Styles
1

Character sets
Basic Latin
Latin-1 Supplement
Latin-2 Central European
Latin Plus

License Types
Desktop, Webfont, ePub, App, Server

Description

Fabulosa brings a unique blend of historical and creative influences, combining the bold 'fat face' typography style with the lively flair of Ed Benguiat’s Caslon Black Swash from the 1960s. The 'fat face' style, with its thick strokes, was pioneered by Robert Thorne in the early 19th century. Thorne's design was a stronger version of modern type styles, known for its strong contrast and heavy serifs.

Caslon Black Swash, on the other hand, captures the vibrant typographic creativity of the mid-20th century. Its swashes and decorative flourishes bring a nostalgic feel, reminiscent of ornate letterforms from earlier times, while fitting perfectly into the energetic graphic culture of the 70s.

Inspired by these styles and her love for stencils, Laura created Fabulosa. She aimed to design a typeface that blends retro charm with a touch of glamour. Fabulosa isn't just a font; it’s a statement piece that’s both timeless and modern. It’s perfect for projects that want to evoke stylish nostalgia and make a bold visual impact, whether it’s in high-fashion magazines or quirky indie film posters.

Tags
Serif, Display, Branding, Editorial Design, Packaging, Apps, Magazines, On Screen