Just like an awesome photo or graphic can really make your design stand out, so can the right font. But the wrong font can also make your design stand out ... in a bad way. If you've ever seen a design with really out-of-date typography, you know what I mean.
But what makes a font or typography design out-of-date? What's "in" right now? Whether you're designing a one-off project or you're a seasoned designer, it's important to stay on top of typography trends so your work looks and feels current.
to learn about the typography trends in 2016, from retro and handwritten fonts to mixing and matching typefaces, to the roles transitional effects and animation could play in your marketing. (And for tips about how to use fonts in your content and web designs.)
![The Most Popular Font Types in America [New Data]](https://53.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/53/most-popular-font-america.jpg)
![24 Typography Terms Every Marketer Should Know [Infographic]](http://53.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/53/file-2007733825-jpeg/font-alphabet-typography-1.jpeg)
![A Handy Little Guide to Pairing Fonts [Infographic]](http://53.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/53/file-1509533738-jpeg/mismatched-heart-socks.jpeg)
![How to Identify the Name of a Font [Quick Tip]](http://53.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/53/file-436958930-jpg/fonts.jpg)