There is nothing more attractive to me than a true obsolete billboard or rusted traffic sign. What makes my heart beating at auctions? A giant aluminum set of letters or a neon”Eat” sign. What do I locate myself bookmarking over and over again? Typography.
I love letters and numbers and especially adore them when they’re authentically old. I do wonder if the trend of placing typography on everything from glasses to artwork prints to pillows to stairs will continue. Can collectors lose the joy of finding a fantastic piece of classic typography? I doubt it. Can typography prints fill Target clearance aisles in the not too distant future? Perhaps.
Join me as we take a look at some of the best typography out in blog land and outside.
You pick. Is it here to stay or gone tomorrow?
Would you like a grand typographical statement? Go bold with a room-appropriate title or phrase.
A basic monogram is the perfect accent for an open area. Personalize your mattress using a big letter or accessorize a family room with your initials. Check out this take on the trend from The Real Housewives of Bucks County.
Raina Kattelson
I told me there isn’t anything that gets my heart beating faster at an auction than a grand piece of genuine typography. Is anyone else jealous of this homeowner?
Jensen Architects
In the event that you weren’t jealous of the homeowner, then maybe you’re jealous of this one. The piled industrial and signage vibe of this space are rockin’!
Bosworth Hoedemaker
Second only to the real deal are made industrial letters. If you can not find classic letters, try blomus for rich-looking metals.
Kelley & Company Home
Commercial auctions are a wonderful source for classic signs and gorgeous typography samples. Try complementing your found artwork using a furniture piece in the exact same wood tone. These two pieces seem destined to live together.
Viscusi Elson Interior Design – Gina Viscusi Elson
Typography works best when it matches the style of this room. This shore sign fits this beachy area flawlessly.
Jennifer Grey Interiors Design & Color Specialist
A Silhouette or Cricut machine can give you the appearance of genuine signage for significantly less. A compilation of different streets you have lived on provides a trendy punch to your own room and brings back cherished memories.
Jennifer Grey Interiors Design & Color Specialist
How about this take on the trend from The Old Painted Cottage? Would not you love one of these pieces? I know I would.
Kelly Porter
Try a split-word print to reference the colour options. This room by Kelly Porter utilizes a graceful, mild version of typography.
Perhaps an entire wall of print is much more your style. Use stencils to make your own freeform quote or buy wallpaper with favorite quotations.
usona
Or forget meaning and just glorify the basic shapes of typography. Isn’t this piece lovely?
Buckminster Green LLC
Even though I have no idea what this says, I find it beautiful and would be not able to quit touching the etched writing. I am sure it says something introspective and deep. Anyone care to translate?
Brian Dittmar Design, Inc..
Simply take the script to the floor with a gorgeous sweeping loop. This scripted area rug provides the room movement and stylish personality.
SFGIRLBYBAY
Perhaps the most classic method of incorporating typography into your area is with books. Stacked books, bookshelves of books, books without covers, book pages… the list just goes on and on. Books are versatile, cheap and always beautiful.
Atypical Type A
Another means to seamlessly integrate authentic typography into your area will be to frame a handwritten letter, poem or list. It will not get much more personal than the written word out of your hand. This example from Regular Type A is simply the ideal balance of artistic and personal, do not you believe?
Amy Renea
Want something much easier? Try a chalkboard with a verse or quote. This case is from the ubertalented Darlene of Fieldstone Hill.
Janell Beals – House of Naked
Adults aren’t the only ones who can make great typography. Frame your child’s writing or tape to the wall for an authentic customized space.
CapeRace Cultural Adventures
One thing that will never go out of fashion: practical typography. The punchy crimson of this writing makes it whimisical while the real words provide proper warning.
Lucid Interior Design Inc..
Obviously, functional using a twist of humor is much more enjoyable.
Anthropologie
Monogrammed Mugs – $8
A classic monogrammed mug is a tough order to say no to. Perfectly elegant, personalized and affordable to boot! Can these go out of fashion?
Atypical Type A
When it is purchased artwork, found industrial paintings, game pieces or books, you can not seem far without visiting a tiny typography today. Do you believe the trend will continue or will we locate a new revival to hang our hats soon? The jury is still out, but I know what my vote is. What’s yours?
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