Joan
Joan is a serif by Paolo Biagini inspired by the roman type cut by Francesco Griffo, a tribute to the Italian style of the 15th century. It has one weight with neat serifs and sharp stroke ends, intended for books and magazines.
- Designed by
- Paolo Biagini
- Category
- serif
- Styles
- 1 weight
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Joan FAQ
Is Joan free for commercial use?
Yes. Joan is released under the SIL Open Font License via Google Fonts, so it's free to use in commercial projects, on websites, in apps, and in client work.
Is Joan on Google Fonts?
Yes — Joan is available on Google Fonts and can be added to any project with a single <link> tag or @import statement.
How do I download Joan?
You can download Joan for free directly from Google Fonts. Use the download button at the top of this page to grab the latest version.
What fonts pair well with Joan?
Joan pairs beautifully with a contrasting typeface — pair a display or heading font with a neutral body font for the strongest hierarchy. Scroll down to the "Font Pairings" section on this page for curated, ready-to-use combinations that work well with Joan, or open any pair in the Fontpair Playground to preview it live with your own copy.
What is Joan best used for?
Joan is a serif typeface. It works well for editorial layouts, long-form reading, and elegant brand systems.