Overview
Big Shoulders Display is a superfamily of condensed American Gothic variable fonts, characterized by tall, sans-serif forms that reflect the rich history of Chicago. The design is influenced by various aspects of the city’s culture, including railway transport and public political action.
Supports Latin, Latin Extended and Vietnamese, making it useful for designs and text that handle multiple languages.
Available in Light, Regular and Bold weights, Offering flexibility to enjoy a broad range of designs.
The license is SIL Open Font License, allowing flexible use for commercial purposes and redistribution.
Background
Big Shoulders Display is created for the Chicago Design System by designer Patric King, with the goal of representing the diverse histories of Chicago through its typeface. The design emphasizes clarity and impact, making it ideal for urban contexts.
Font Sample
| Latin | Latin Extended | Vietnamese | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thin (100) | AaZzQ | ĀžČő | ĂĐơưẠ |
| Extra Light (200) | AaZzQ | ĀžČő | ĂĐơưẠ |
| Light (300) | AaZzQ | ĀžČő | ĂĐơưẠ |
| Regular (400) | AaZzQ | ĀžČő | ĂĐơưẠ |
| Medium (500) | AaZzQ | ĀžČő | ĂĐơưẠ |
| Semi Bold (600) | AaZzQ | ĀžČő | ĂĐơưẠ |
| Bold (700) | AaZzQ | ĀžČő | ĂĐơưẠ |
| Extra Bold (800) | AaZzQ | ĀžČő | ĂĐơưẠ |
| Black (900) | AaZzQ | ĀžČő | ĂĐơưẠ |
License & Author
| Commercial Use | ◎ |
|---|---|
| Author | Patric King |
| Official Link | https://xotype.co/ |

