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Nifty 50's

Discussion in 'Fonts and Typography' started by 7oaks, Jul 15, 2005.

  1. Jul 15, 2005 #1
    7oaks

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    Anyone know what fonts were popular in the 50's. The only ones I can find look like they belong on a car. Are they available now? :help:
     
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  2. Jul 15, 2005 #2
    Fred Weiss

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    Are you asking what actual fonts were popular or are you looking for fonts with a retro look?
     
  3. Jul 15, 2005 #3
    Shovelhead

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    GOOGLE really is amazing...........

    try 1950's typography.
    :Coffee:
     
  4. Jul 15, 2005 #4
    Bobby H

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    Take a look at House Industries font catalog. Their fonts aren't cheap, but they're of excellent quality and definitely nail the "retro" look for a variety of periods.
     
  5. Jul 15, 2005 #5
    Fred Weiss

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    7oaks

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    I have a request for windows--restaurant--with words like
    breakfast, lunch, wine etc.-- font to go along with the 50's look of the restaurant. The fonts I googled like like auto fonts and not really appropriate for window signage. I may offer them as a suggestion however.
    Ken
     
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    Scott Reynolds

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  8. Jul 15, 2005 #8
    7oaks

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    Thanks, LvD, I think a couple of those may work.
    I'll find out tomorrow
    Ken
     
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