Barlow font pairings
Fonts that go with Barlow — live previews, pairing ideas and free embed code.
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Barlow is a free sans serif typeface designed by Jeremy Tribby, added to Google Fonts in 2017.
It comes in 9 weights with matching italics.
It is the #36 most popular Latin font family on Google Fonts and supports Latin, Latin Extended and Vietnamese characters.
With 9 weights, Barlow is versatile enough for headings, interface text and body copy.
Fonts that pair well with Barlow
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A classic contrast: Libre Baskerville's serifs give headlines an editorial, trustworthy voice while Barlow'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: Roboto Slab's serifs give headlines an editorial, trustworthy voice while Barlow'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: Cinzel's serifs give headlines an editorial, trustworthy voice while Barlow'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: Barlow keeps headings crisp and contemporary, while Cormorant Garamond'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: Barlow keeps headings crisp and contemporary, while Source Serif 4'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.
Lobster Two is a display face with strong personality — use it big and sparingly.
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How to use Barlow on your website
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Frequently asked questions
Is Barlow free for commercial use?
Yes. Barlow 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 Barlow?
Good matches for Barlow include Libre Baskerville, Roboto Slab, Cinzel and Cormorant Garamond. Each of these offers enough contrast to create clear hierarchy while keeping a consistent feel.
Is Barlow a variable font?
No. Barlow is available as 9 static weights.
Who designed Barlow?
Barlow was designed by Jeremy Tribby.