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5 ’80s Fonts You Probably Haven’t Considered Using

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When you see a movie poster, an album cover, or advertising from the past, it's often pretty easy to guess the time period it came from. You'll get a real sense of nostalgia from movie posters and album covers of the 80s.

While they had their role during their time, it's tough to find a home for those typefaces in our era. Designs featuring these fonts can look dated – and not in a cool, 'Mad Men' kind of way. Unless you're trying to tap into a nostalgic 80s vibe, it's tough to repurpose them into something we can use today. But sometimes it just takes fresh eyes to see new possibilities.

Let's take a look at a few key designs from the past featuring 80s fonts, look at why they worked, and whether we can find a place for them now.

Bruce Springsteen — The River

Bruce Springsteen - The River

The type on Springsteen's 'The River' is obviously custom type, likely created from a thick brush. The biggest hint? You'll notice that all of the E's are slightly different.

On close inspection, you can see that all of the horizontal strokes of each E vary to some degree. Some are really thick and some are medium in thickness while trailing off to be much thinner at the end.

A few months ago, I would have said that handmade brush fonts looked dated, but if you receive frequent email blasts from design bundle websites, you'll quickly realize they are making a comeback in a big way. While many designers are hooked on precise, elegant fonts, there's no doubt that handmade 'artisanal' fonts can bring a breath of fresh air.

It would be fine to use a handmade brush font like the one used on The River because the trend is currently in. As always, it's good to keep in mind that you should use design trends sparingly. Avoid using them on projects that require more longevity, such as logos and signage.

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