GD Optio – Reimagining Optima
GD Optio is a complete reimagining of the classic Optima typeface. We’ve refined its features, enhanced legibility, and preserved its delicate humanistic qualities as a semi-sans serif. At the same time, we’ve added a subtle touch of character, because good design should be both functional and flavorful.
Year
2025
Designer(s)
Marcus Gärde,
Anders Wikström
Style
Semi-sans serif
Weights
Regular
Italic
Features
Open type Alternates
Proportional Numbers
Tabular Numbers
Languages
200+
UPM
1000
Typography guides the reader’s eye, giving words rhythm and clarity. Letterforms carry personality, balancing elegance with function. The choice of typeface can subtly shift tone, while spacing and scale create harmony on the page. Details in curves, serifs, and proportions distinguish one font from another, making text both legible and visually engaging.
Typography guides the reader’s eye, giving words rhythm and clarity. Letterforms carry personality, balancing elegance with function. The choice of typeface can subtly shift tone, while spacing and scale create harmony on the page. Details in curves, serifs, and proportions distinguish one font from another, making text both legible and visually engaging.
Typography guides the reader’s eye, giving words rhythm and clarity. Letterforms carry personality, balancing elegance with function. The choice of typeface can subtly shift tone, while spacing and scale create harmony on the page. Details in curves, serifs, and proportions distinguish one font from another, making text both legible and visually engaging.
Typography guides the reader’s eye, giving words rhythm and clarity. Letterforms carry personality, balancing elegance with function. The choice of typeface can subtly shift tone, while spacing and scale create harmony on the page. Details in curves, serifs, and proportions distinguish one font from another, making text both legible and visually engaging.
Typography guides the reader’s eye, giving words rhythm and clarity. Letterforms carry personality, balancing elegance with function. The choice of typeface can subtly shift tone, while spacing and scale create harmony on the page. Details in curves, serifs, and proportions distinguish one font from another, making text both legible and visually engaging.
Typography guides the reader’s eye, giving words rhythm and clarity. Letterforms carry personality, balancing elegance with function. The choice of typeface can subtly shift tone, while spacing and scale create harmony on the page. Details in curves, serifs, and proportions distinguish one font from another, making text both legible and visually engaging.
Typography guides the reader’s eye, giving words rhythm and clarity. Letterforms carry personality, balancing elegance with function. The choice of typeface can subtly shift tone, while spacing and scale create harmony on the page. Details in curves, serifs, and proportions distinguish one font from another, making text both legible and visually engaging.
Typography guides the reader’s eye, giving words rhythm and clarity. Letterforms carry personality, balancing elegance with function. The choice of typeface can subtly shift tone, while spacing and scale create harmony on the page. Details in curves, serifs, and proportions distinguish one font from another, making text both legible and visually engaging.
Typography guides the reader’s eye, giving words rhythm and clarity. Letterforms carry personality, balancing elegance with function. The choice of typeface can subtly shift tone, while spacing and scale create harmony on the page. Details in curves, serifs, and proportions distinguish one font from another, making text both legible and visually engaging.
Typography guides the reader’s eye, giving words rhythm and clarity. Letterforms carry personality, balancing elegance with function. The choice of typeface can subtly shift tone, while spacing and scale create harmony on the page. Details in curves, serifs, and proportions distinguish one font from another, making text both legible and visually engaging.
Typography guides the reader’s eye, giving words rhythm and clarity. Letterforms carry personality, balancing elegance with function. The choice of typeface can subtly shift tone, while spacing and scale create harmony on the page. Details in curves, serifs, and proportions distinguish one font from another, making text both legible and visually engaging.
Typography guides the reader’s eye, giving words rhythm and clarity. Letterforms carry personality, balancing elegance with function. The choice of typeface can subtly shift tone, while spacing and scale create harmony on the page. Details in curves, serifs, and proportions distinguish one font from another, making text both legible and visually engaging.
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