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Add a common type-pairing method (#26447)

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Combining a serif and sans-serif typeface, each with a similar x-height, can be a good rule of thumb for pair selections.
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@ -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 a tall and short font to create visual interest
* Pair fonts with different weights to create a strong contrast * Pair fonts with different weights to create a strong contrast
* Pair a regular and italic font to create emphasis * 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. 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.
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* Shaun Pagin, [The Art Of Mixing Typefaces Google Fonts Edition](http://www.fastprint.co.uk/blog/the-art-of-mixing-typefaces.html). * 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)