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About Bogart
- Foundry
- ZETAFONTS
- Classification
- display
- Style
- fatface
Bogart is a decorative display serif from Zetafonts, designed by Francesco Canovaro, Andrea Tartarelli, and Maria Fantini. Its oldstyle fatface design channels the exuberant energy of 1970s typography with high contrast, flowing curves, and optional swash characters.
Design Characteristics
Bogart's high stroke contrast, generous curves, and playful details create a bold, retro-inspired character. The family includes swash alternates and extensive language support covering Latin, Cyrillic, and Greek with over 1,600 glyphs.
Where Bogart Excels
- Food and beverage branding: Restaurant logos, craft beer labels, artisan packaging
- Music and entertainment: Album covers, festival posters, event branding
- Fashion: Lifestyle branding, editorial headers, lookbook typography
- Retail: Boutique signage, vintage-inspired storefronts
FAQ
How does Bogart compare to Cooper Black?
Both share the fatface display serif tradition, but Bogart adds more flowing curves, higher contrast, and a distinctly 1970s sensibility. Cooper Black is warmer and rounder; Bogart is more dramatic and expressive.
Is Bogart on Google Fonts?
No, Bogart is a premium font from ZETAFONTS and is not available on Google Fonts.
The closest Google Fonts alternative is Fraunces with 75% similarity. Get it free on Google Fonts ↗
Free Alternatives (3)
Variable display serif with similar retro-inspired warmth
High-contrast display serif with elegant character
Bold, friendly display with comparable decorative energy
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How to Use Fraunces
Copy these code snippets to quickly add Fraunces to your project.
CSS code for Fraunces
@import url('https://fonts.googleapis.com/css2?family=Fraunces:wght@100..900&display=swap');HTML code for Fraunces
<link rel="preconnect" href="https://fonts.googleapis.com">
<link rel="preconnect" href="https://fonts.gstatic.com" crossorigin>
<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css2?family=Fraunces:wght@100..900&display=swap" rel="stylesheet">Tailwind code for Fraunces
// tailwind.config.js
module.exports = {
theme: {
extend: {
fontFamily: {
'fraunces': ['Fraunces', 'sans-serif'],
},
},
},
}
// Usage in HTML:
// <p class="font-fraunces">Your text here</p>Next.js code for Fraunces
// Using next/font (Next.js 13+)
import { Fraunces } from 'next/font/google';
const fraunces = Fraunces({
subsets: ['latin'],
weight: ['100', '200', '300', '400', '500', '600', '700', '800', '900'],
});
export default function Component() {
return (
<p className={fraunces.className}>
Your text here
</p>
);
}
// Or using inline styles with Google Fonts link:
// <p style={{ fontFamily: "'Fraunces'" }}>Your text</p>Expo and React Native code for Fraunces
// Install: npx expo install @expo-google-fonts/fraunces expo-font
import { useFonts, Fraunces_400Regular } from '@expo-google-fonts/fraunces';
export default function App() {
const [fontsLoaded] = useFonts({
Fraunces_400Regular,
});
if (!fontsLoaded) return null;
return (
<Text style={{ fontFamily: 'Fraunces_400Regular' }}>
Your text here
</Text>
);
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best free alternative to Bogart?
Fraunces is the best free alternative to Bogart with a FontAlternatives similarity score of 75%. It shares similar proportions and characteristics while being available under the OFL-1.1 license for both personal and commercial use at no cost.
Is there a free version of Bogart?
There is no official free version of Bogart. However, Fraunces is available under the OFL-1.1 open-source license and achieves a FontAlternatives similarity score of 75%. It includes variable weights and supports latin, latin-extended.
What Google Font looks like Bogart?
The Google Fonts most similar to Bogart are Fraunces, Playfair Display, Lobster. Among these alternatives, Fraunces offers the closest match with a FontAlternatives similarity score of 75% and includes variable weights for flexible typography options.
Can I use Fraunces commercially?
Yes, Fraunces can be used commercially. It is licensed under OFL-1.1, which allows free use in websites, applications, print materials, and commercial projects without purchasing a license or paying royalties.
Is Fraunces similar enough to Bogart?
Fraunces achieves a FontAlternatives similarity score of 75% compared to Bogart. While not identical, it offers comparable letterforms, proportions, and visual style. Most designers find it works excellently as a substitute in web and print projects.
What are the main differences between Bogart and its free alternatives?
Free alternatives to Bogart may differ in subtle details like letter spacing, curve refinements, and available weights. Premium fonts typically include more OpenType features, extended language support, and optimized screen rendering. However, for most projects, these differences are negligible.
Where can I download free alternatives to Bogart?
Download Fraunces directly from Google Fonts. Click the "Get Font" button on any alternative listed above to visit the official download page. Google Fonts also provides convenient embed codes for seamless web integration.