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Old Style (Noun)

Meaning

A typeface (based on an 18th century design) distinguished by irregularity and slanted ascender serifs and little contrast between light and heavy strokes.

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Examples

  • The printer selected a refined old-style typeface for the luxury brand's advertising materials to convey a classic and sophisticated atmosphere.
  • His extensive collection of vintage typography included several classic old-style fonts used during the 19th century.
  • To create a sense of nostalgia in the novel's paperback edition, the designer chose a classic old-style typeface reminiscent of 18th-century printing.
  • Garamond is an elegant example of an old-style typeface that features intricately designed characters and flowing lines.
  • Monotype's involvement in preserving old-style fonts has allowed designers to incorporate historic typography into their work.

Synonyms

  • Old Style Font

Antonyms

  • Modern
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