Types of Magazine Topography/Fonts

There are five basic classifications of typefaces: serif, sans serif, script, monospaced, and display. As a general rule, serif and sans serif typefaces are used for either body copy or headlines (including titles, logos, etc.), while script and display typefaces are only used for headlines.

the way popular magazines play around with fonts and typography and arrange everything in the right place, no matter if they’re about fashion, lifestyle, food, technology, and the list could go on. They all focus on using the perfect magazine font that most represents them, their message, and their brand.

For choosing a typeface for magazines, the font style, combination and contrast are among a few things that are considered.

Helvetica is the most heavily used font by professionals in graphic design.

Most popular fashion magazines use serif fonts like Bodoni as their standard font but today more and more magazines are started to use original, custom made fonts.