Alyssa

Alyssa is a dynamic single weight display typeface that brings flair and sophistication to any project, whether it’s a striking logotype, a vibrant magazine spread, or refined branding. Balancing calligraphic flair with an incised quality gives it a unique panache, ideal for designers seeking to balance expressiveness with authority. Alyssa thrives in large sizes, where its vivid details can fully unfold, creating distinctive word shapes. Rooted in typographic traditions but with a fresh, contemporary edge, Alyssa pays homage to the iconic ATF Florentine, and follows designer Mark De Winne’s deepening fascination with the work of lettering masters Oscar Ogg, Arthur Baker and Helmut Salden. The design is an exploration of contrast and control, where bold, exaggerated details are offset by subtle, calligraphic gestures. Alyssa sidesteps the cold perfection of digital type design in favour of lively curves and expressive strokes, giving it a whimsical yet structured personality. The typeface’s large x-height, short descenders, and fluid serifs make it ideal for use in headlines, where it can make a strong impact while maintaining elegance. [typofonderie.com]