Crete Round
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A warmly rounded oldstyle serif that balances classical structure with a softened, contemporary finish.
About
Crete Round takes the sturdy proportions of a traditional book serif and rounds off the terminals to produce something more inviting and modern. It reads well in body text and works comfortably for editorial layouts, small-run publications, and branding that wants approachable sophistication. The single weight limits flexibility, but the design is polished and distinctive.
Classification
Crete Round softens traditional oldstyle serif structures with gently rounded stroke terminals, giving it an approachable warmth unusual in the serif category. The proportions are sturdy and book-like, suited to text setting at moderate sizes.
Weights
Regular
Languages
LatinLatin Extended
Tags
serifroundededitorialbodyfriendlytextbrandingfreeopen-source