Savate font pairings
Fonts that go with Savate — live previews, pairing ideas and free embed code.
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Savate is a free sans serif typeface designed by Plomb Type and Max Esnée, added to Google Fonts in 2025.
It comes in 8 weights with matching italics, and is a variable font with a weight axis.
It is the #1,681 most popular Latin font family on Google Fonts.
With 8 weights, Savate is versatile enough for headings, interface text and body copy.
Fonts that pair well with Savate
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A classic contrast: Playfair Display's serifs give headlines an editorial, trustworthy voice while Savate'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: Arvo's serifs give headlines an editorial, trustworthy voice while Savate'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: Crimson Text's serifs give headlines an editorial, trustworthy voice while Savate'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: Savate 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: Savate keeps headings crisp and contemporary, while Vollkorn'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 Savate on your website
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Frequently asked questions
Is Savate free for commercial use?
Yes. Savate 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 Savate?
Good matches for Savate include Playfair Display, Arvo, Crimson Text and Merriweather. Each of these offers enough contrast to create clear hierarchy while keeping a consistent feel.
Is Savate a variable font?
Yes. Savate is a variable font with a weight (200–900) axis.
Who designed Savate?
Savate was designed by Plomb Type and Max Esnée.