In 2025, typefaces are making a name for themselves and taking centre stage in graphic design. Thanks to them, you can give a new dimension to your creations and catch the eye of the consumer!
Here are the typographic trends to try out in 2025.
- Timeless serif typography
In use since the 15th century, serifs are nothing new. However, their omnipresence leads us to consider them as timeless, classic and timeless. In 2025, the bold Serif is even more prevalent in graphic design, evoking nostalgia and inspiring confidence. Harriet will be one of the must-have fonts.
- Oversized fonts at the heart of paragraphs
Text is becoming the star element of graphic compositions, to the point where it can exist without any other visual support. We are seeing the emergence of paragraphs with characters as large as titles.
- Very thick strokes
Large, imposing fonts capture attention and take centre stage in the designs of 2025.
- Colour gradients
The use of colour, particularly gradients, gives depth and dynamism to typography, mainly on plain backgrounds, in place of images.
- Italic letters
Italic letters appear in headings as well as body text. For a harmonious result, it is advisable to combine it with another font.
- Sharp fonts
With their chiselled outlines and sharp angles, these typefaces evoke both elegance and precision. They may remind us of Chinese characters, sinograms or royal engravings.
- Towards typographic disorder
Reflecting a turbulent era, unstructured compositions are emerging, represented in particular by a total lack of alignment between text and letters, and even by the use of mixed words and letters.
- Left alignment
Left-aligning text gives a clean, fluid look, while improving the legibility and elegance of the design.
- Semi-transparency and overlap
Very much in vogue, semi-transparency and overlapping can be used to visually establish the link between two graphic elements and increase their depth.
The technique is used by combining elements, superimposing them or repeating the text in different colours or with varying degrees of transparency.
- Overlay effects
Inserting images and textures into letters creates a striking visual effect that immediately catches the eye.
- The return of handwriting
Fonts inspired by handwriting awaken a sense of attachment and attract brands that want to play on a natural, traditional or vintage feel.
- Meticulously crafted letters
The inside of each letter is redesigned with embellishments that fill in the enlarged letters. Everything is possible: flowers, characters, geometric shapes and even textured patterns.
- Curves in the lines of text
Traditionally, text is written on a straight line. Text that is too rigid can be replaced by curved compositions to liven up the design.
- Fonts that can be changed at will
Fonts can be stretched, both horizontally and vertically, according to your wishes, which means you can go much further than bold and italics.
By using them, you can create variety while staying within the same register.
- Playing with contrasts
Trend 2025 alternates serif and sans serif fonts in the same composition, mixing words written in very large characters with others written in much smaller characters. This technique adds life to the text while guiding the eye.
- Two-colour printing on the rise
The use of two colours on a single visual reinforces its impact, whether through striking contrasts or more subtle shades.
- Arts & Crafts inspiration
As in the 19th century, we are returning to Art Nouveau and the Arts & Crafts design movement.
Illustrated fonts make graphic creations unique and original.
- Fonts and realism
Designers have come up with the original idea of incorporating textures and physical objects into fonts to give an impression of realism.
- The retro trend
Typography draws its inspiration from the past, particularly the nostalgic styles of the 90s, evoking joy, carefreeness, optimism and comfort.
- Simplicity and fluidity
Soft, calligraphic typography adds a touch of poetry and elegance, particularly when superimposed on images.
This trend allows you to incorporate more sophisticated and artistic writing styles into your designs.
If the typographic trends of 2024 advocated eccentricity, the typefaces popular in 2025 will be a little more subtle, but just as striking! With our design agency Atelier 7, adopt typefaces that reflect your brand’s unique identity. Click here to contact us. Some websites are real encyclopedias of typefaces such as DaFont.
With our design agency Atelier 7, adopt typefaces that reflect your brand’s unique identity. Click here to contact us.