Serif font

Big Caslon

Unlike the consistent text faces by William Caslon, the three largest sizes made by the Caslon foundry are uncommon. Perhaps they were the work of another — or he was in a bold mood?

Designer: Matthew Carter
Foundry: Carter & Cone
Licence: ADOBEAdobe Fonts licence, included with Creative Cloud
Good for: Display and headlines

Picked by Font Brainy and Boon

Is Big Caslon free for commercial use?

Yes, with an Adobe Creative Cloud plan: Big Caslon is on Adobe Fonts, and the plan's licence covers commercial work while you are subscribed.

What Font Brainy paired it with

Stop Using Times New Roman
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On its own, as the face.

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