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Lyon Text vs Self Modern
Lyon Text and Self Modern are both serif typefaces sharing a modern foundation. Compare which suits your Editorial project.
Design DNA
Design overlap:25%
Lyon Text
Self Modern
Highlighted traits are shared between both fonts
Visual Comparison
Lyon Text
Premium
Self Modern
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Feature Comparison
| Feature | Lyon Text | Self Modern |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Premium | Premium |
| Classification | serif | serif |
| Variable Font | No | No |
| Weights | Multiple | Multiple |
| Italics | Yes | Yes |
| License | Commercial License Required | Commercial License Required |
| Language Support | latin, latin-extended | latin, latin-extended |
| Source | Commercial Type | Bretagne |
Best Use Cases
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Where You'll See These Fonts
Lyon Text
- Literary magazine layouts
- Fashion editorial publications
- Cultural criticism platforms
- Long-form journalism sites
- Independent publisher identities
Which Should You Choose?
Recommended: Lyon Text
- editorial, readable design character
- Suited for News and Magazines
- From Commercial Type
- 8 free alternatives available
Consider: Self Modern
- Suited for Branding and Display
- From Bretagne
- 3 free alternatives available
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