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Bodoni

Bodoni

9.4
A font with thin serifs and strong vertical strokes
  • noun
  • /boʊˈdoʊni/
  • Specialized
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  • The designer chose Bodoni for the magazine's title to give it a classic, elegant look.

Examples

  • The striking contrast in Bodoni makes it popular for both headlines and logos.

  • Printed invitations often use Bodoni to add a touch of sophistication.

  • The Bodoni typeface is widely used in fashion magazines.

  • Have you seen the new book designed with Bodoni?

  • The designer chose Bodoni for the magazine's title to give it a classic, elegant look.

  • Printed invitations often use Bodoni to add a touch of sophistication.

  • The striking contrast in Bodoni makes it popular for both headlines and logos.

Synonyms

Bodoni font
vsBodoni
  • Specialized
5.9

A serif font with strong contrast between very thin and thick strokes and sharp hairline serifs

is the same design but shown as the bare name without the extra noun

Compounds

Bodoni font
  • Specialized
5.9

A serif font with strong contrast between very thin and thick strokes and sharp hairline serifs

Surface Forms

Bodoni singular
Bodonis plural

Etymology

Bodoni is the name of a font made by the Italian printer and designer Gianbattista Bodoni in the 1700s. Think of it as the designer's 'signature': the style has thin lines and very thick vertical strokes, which is why Bodoni is often used for elegant headlines and invitations.