Serif & Sans-Serif Font Combinations

Classic serif and modern sans-serif pairings that work beautifully together. Perfect for websites, publications, and brand design.

Combining serif and sans-serif fonts is a time-tested design technique. The contrast between the two styles creates visual interest while maintaining readability.

Quick Tips

Pair a serif heading with sans-serif body for a modern look
Or use sans-serif headings with serif body for an editorial feel
Match the x-height of fonts for visual harmony
Use weight contrast to establish hierarchy

Recommended Pairings

Heading: Playfair Display

The Quick Brown Fox

Body: Inter

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Playfair Display + Inter

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Heading: Playfair Display

The Quick Brown Fox

Body: DM Sans

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Playfair Display + DM Sans

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Heading: Playfair Display

The Quick Brown Fox

Body: Manrope

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Playfair Display + Manrope

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Heading: Playfair Display

The Quick Brown Fox

Body: Figtree

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Playfair Display + Figtree

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Heading: Playfair Display

The Quick Brown Fox

Body: Space Grotesk

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Playfair Display + Space Grotesk

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Heading: Cormorant Garamond

The Quick Brown Fox

Body: Inter

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Cormorant Garamond + Inter

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Heading: Cormorant Garamond

The Quick Brown Fox

Body: DM Sans

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Cormorant Garamond + DM Sans

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Heading: Cormorant Garamond

The Quick Brown Fox

Body: Manrope

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Cormorant Garamond + Manrope

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Heading: Cormorant Garamond

The Quick Brown Fox

Body: Figtree

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Cormorant Garamond + Figtree

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Heading: Cormorant Garamond

The Quick Brown Fox

Body: Space Grotesk

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Cormorant Garamond + Space Grotesk

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