Fabulosa

Fabulosa embodies a unique vision, merging historical influences from the ‘fat face’ typography style and the exuberant flair of Ed Benguiat’s Caslon Black Swash, designed for Photo Lettering, Inc. around the 1960s. The ‘fat face’ style, with its exaggerated strokes, is believed to have been pioneered by typefounder Robert Thorne (1753–1820) in the early 19th century. Thorne’s innovation was a robust evolution of the modern type styles, characterized by their strong contrast and heavy serifs. Caslon Black Swash, on the other hand, is a vivid representation of mid-20th-century typographic creativity. Its swashes and decorative flourishes evoke a sense of nostalgia, harking back to the ornate letterforms of earlier centuries while also fitting into the vibrant graphic culture of the 70s. Drawing from these sources of inspiration and her love for stencils, Laura set out to create Fabulosa. Her vision was to craft a typeface that seamlessly blended the retro with the fantastical, infusing it with a touch of glamour.  Fabulosa stands out not just as a font but as a statement piece,timeless and contemporary, perfect for projects that seek to evoke a sense of stylish nostalgia while also making a bold visual impact to be used in a variety of contexts, from high-fashion magazines to quirky indie film posters.