Chivo font pairings
Fonts that go with Chivo — live previews, pairing ideas and free embed code.
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Chivo is a free sans serif typeface designed by Omnibus-Type, added to Google Fonts in 2011.
It comes in 9 weights with matching italics, and is a variable font with a weight axis.
It is the #177 most popular Latin font family on Google Fonts and supports Latin, Latin Extended and Vietnamese characters.
With 9 weights, Chivo is versatile enough for headings, interface text and body copy.
Fonts that pair well with Chivo
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 Chivo'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: Fraunces's serifs give headlines an editorial, trustworthy voice while Chivo'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: IBM Plex Serif's serifs give headlines an editorial, trustworthy voice while Chivo'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: Chivo keeps headings crisp and contemporary, while Merriweather'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: Chivo keeps headings crisp and contemporary, while Bitter'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.
Changa One is a display face with strong personality — use it big and sparingly.
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How to use Chivo on your website
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Frequently asked questions
Is Chivo free for commercial use?
Yes. Chivo 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 Chivo?
Good matches for Chivo include Roboto Slab, Fraunces, IBM Plex Serif and Merriweather. Each of these offers enough contrast to create clear hierarchy while keeping a consistent feel.
Is Chivo a variable font?
Yes. Chivo is a variable font with a weight (100–900) axis.
Who designed Chivo?
Chivo was designed by Omnibus-Type.