"Blackletter was anathema to the later movements of Modern European designers and typographers, so to use it in 2026 suggests a certain rebelliousness."
"Despite its various applications as the nameplate for countless international newspapers past and present, Blackletter has long been a kind of forbidden fruit of typography."
"A recently designed version, aptly called Puffery by its creator Nick Shinn, is an agreeable typeface - not for everything in this AI age - but it looks pretty damn good on posters, book jackets, record covers, logos."
Blackletter typefaces, including Fraktur and Textura, evoke a sense of medieval Europe and rebellion against modern design. Historically used in significant works like Gutenberg's Bible, Blackletter carries complex symbolism due to its association with the Third Reich. Despite its decorative excesses making it difficult to read, it has a rich legacy. The newly designed Puffery typeface offers a modern take on Blackletter, suitable for various applications, with subtle distinctions between its Regular and Vintage Capitals versions enhancing its artistic appeal.
Read at I Love Typography Ltd
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