Aleo font pairings
Fonts that go with Aleo — live previews, pairing ideas and free embed code.
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Aleo is a free slab serif typeface designed by Alessio Laiso, added to Google Fonts in 2018.
It comes in 9 weights with matching italics, and is a variable font with a weight axis.
It is the #240 most popular Latin font family on Google Fonts and supports Latin, Latin Extended and Vietnamese characters.
With 9 weights, Aleo is versatile enough for headings, interface text and body copy.
Fonts that pair well with Aleo
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A classic contrast: Aleo's serifs give headlines an editorial, trustworthy voice while Roboto Condensed's clean shapes keep body text easy to scan on screens.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A classic contrast: Aleo's serifs give headlines an editorial, trustworthy voice while Raleway's clean shapes keep body text easy to scan on screens.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A classic contrast: Aleo's serifs give headlines an editorial, trustworthy voice while Manrope's clean shapes keep body text easy to scan on screens.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A modern twist on the classic: Open Sans keeps headings crisp and contemporary, while Aleo's serifs guide the eye along longer lines of text.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A modern twist on the classic: Lato keeps headings crisp and contemporary, while Aleo's serifs guide the eye along longer lines of text.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
Baloo 2 brings character to headlines, and Aleo adds a bookish, readable rhythm to paragraphs — a good fit for editorial and brand sites.
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How to use Aleo on your website
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Frequently asked questions
Is Aleo free for commercial use?
Yes. Aleo is distributed through Google Fonts under an open-source licence, so you can use it for free in personal and commercial projects, including websites, apps, logos and print.
What fonts go well with Aleo?
Good matches for Aleo include Roboto Condensed, Raleway, Manrope and Open Sans. Each of these offers enough contrast to create clear hierarchy while keeping a consistent feel.
Is Aleo a variable font?
Yes. Aleo is a variable font with a weight (100–900) axis.
Who designed Aleo?
Aleo was designed by Alessio Laiso.