16 calligraphic fonts to add flair and improve the look of your website

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Calligraphy is used in a variety of ways in print and digital media. Its distinct shape and style immediately catches the eye. And it truly is a category of typeface that has stood the test of time.

Moving from hand lettering to digital, calligraphy is now used in business documents, website headers and social media graphics. It’s everywhere and if you haven’t used it in your designs yet, now is probably a good time to think about it.

 

When to use calligraphic fonts:

Calligraphic fonts cannot be used for body text, as they would be too difficult to read. However, they can have a big impact in other ways. Here are some ideas:

Securities
Logos
Headers
Subtitles
Banners
Graphic
Social media images
Promotional material

 

The best calligraphic fonts of 2021

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Here is my big list of calligraphic fonts for 2021. Be sure to read all the licensing details for each font before determining if it will be suitable for your next project. With that one caveat in mind, let’s explore!

 

1. Caranda

This calligraphic font is another classic example that leans heavily on the territory of writing. She thrives on infinity without being flashy.

 

2. Beautifuly

Beautifuly font is another great calligraphic font selection that speaks of subtlety. This font is feminine and full of fantasy, but it’s still very readable. It also offers interesting possibilities in terms of symbols.

 

3. Brotherline

Or maybe you prefer Brotherline which is the simpler font I’ve featured here so far. It is structured and slightly geometric. It also has alternate glyphs, which gives you even more options for personalizing your text.

 

4. Birds of Paradise

it is yet another option. This is a fairly standard calligraphic or script font that would work well for showcasing your social media headers, subheaders, logos, or graphics. It’s a familiar and proven choice.

 

5. Calling Angels

Another calligraphic font worth checking out is Calling Angels. This one is truly stunning, with extra strokes on each letter, giving it a unique and classic touch. Titles written in this font will look like they are on the title card of an old movie.

 

6. Russel Dexter

Or it could be your preference. It combines classic western calligraphic forms with modern details. The combination of thin and thick lines adds depth and interest to each letter.

 

7. Lambresia

Lambresia is another great option that I could see used in a number of applications. The handwritten style is unobtrusive and easy to use. She has a lazy aspect, and I put it in the best possible way. It just looks easy and that makes it a suitable choice for headers, signatures and titles.

 

8. Sindentosa

it is yet another great choice of calligraphic font. She is described as “sweet” and I think that’s appropriate. This font also comes with 539 glyphs, which adds to its versatility. The font itself is decidedly vertical. It’s clear and readable, with flourishes in key areas that add style without sacrificing readability.

 

9. Moonday

You can also go for Moonday, a bold, bold and completely unique calligraphy script. Its thick lines turn into super fine lines here and there, adding to the real-life calligraphic aspect. You can imagine pencil strokes doing the same thing.

 

10. Acuentre

Acuentre is undeniably a wise choice. It’s sort of gothic and a bit old-fashioned while still maintaining a modern appeal. It’s an overloaded place full of design accents that make it stand out. If you want something flashy that stands out, Acuentre is a good choice.

 

11. Blacksword

Another solid choice is Blacksword. This font is very large and looks like it was created a few moments ago using a paintbrush. The text is tilted slightly to the right and has embellishments that add to its handwritten appeal.

 

12. BlackChancery

it is another gorgeous choice and is ideal if you are looking to emulate a classic style on your website. This calligraphic font style is reminiscent of old manuscripts and tomes. If you want to give the impression that your brand has been around forever, BlackChancery is the ideal solution.

 

13. Benegraphic

it is another good choice of font for your next project. This font combines the look of traditional Western calligraphic fonts with more modern touches. For example, the lines are a bit softer and less crisp. It also has a higher graphic quality and does not seek so much to imitate handwriting.

 

14. CalliGravity

it is another gorgeous calligraphic font choice. It has a softer style than some of the other fonts on this list and could easily be used for headers and titles that require a bit more informal look. Basically, this is a good font if you want your text to look fancy but without too much effort.

 

15. Dukeplus

Or maybe Dukeplus could be the right choice for you. This font is another font that draws inspiration from Western calligraphic traditions, but in a unique way. This font has all the shapes and lines of traditional calligraphy, but instead of crisp lines it has jagged lines, mimicking the pressure variation of handwriting, I guess. It’s like the ink seeps into the page in some places more than others, it’s a neat effect.

 

16. Squealer

it might be a good choice for you if you are looking for something geometric, traditional and bold. Thick lines, sharp angles and square shapes give this font its character. There is no irregularity here – just consistency – which definitely has its place.