From 6c9a22d6968c116d3f208a2262829239d66f21cf Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Chris Murray <39704901+chris-at-jobber@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Fri, 18 Jan 2019 16:04:02 -0700 Subject: [PATCH] Add a common type-pairing method (#26447) Combining a serif and sans-serif typeface, each with a similar x-height, can be a good rule of thumb for pair selections. --- guide/english/typography/combining-typefaces/index.md | 2 ++ 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+) diff --git a/guide/english/typography/combining-typefaces/index.md b/guide/english/typography/combining-typefaces/index.md index 7a82e124c2..e95aac6688 100644 --- a/guide/english/typography/combining-typefaces/index.md +++ b/guide/english/typography/combining-typefaces/index.md @@ -14,6 +14,7 @@ Which fonts look good together and which ones don't? If you've ever struggled wi * Pair a tall and short font to create visual interest * Pair fonts with different weights to create a strong contrast * Pair a regular and italic font to create emphasis +* Pair a serif and sans-serif typeface with similar x-heights There are no hard and fast rules for choosing typefaces, but you can often avoid having to choose new typefaces by styling an existing typeface to create a visual hierarchy. When in doubt, keep it simple. @@ -39,3 +40,4 @@ Many type foundries create typefaces with extensive extra features like multiple * Shaun Pagin, [The Art Of Mixing Typefaces Google Fonts Edition](http://www.fastprint.co.uk/blog/the-art-of-mixing-typefaces.html). +* Jermiah Shoaf, [Type Pairing Lookbooks](https://www.typewolf.com/lookbooks)