Used by Codea, Bontemps, Universal Favourite, High Tide
Cases set in Romie, as credited by the studios in their own writeups.
Universal Favourite developed a Renaissance-inspired rebrand for Australian bathroom brand Saintly, formerly known as Fohm. The identity combines humour and luxury, featuring fresco-inspired illustrations, a sculptural logomark, and a refined typographic system using Romie and GT Pressura Mono. The project repositions Saintly’s cleansing foam dispenser as a divine yet playful bathroom essential.
Universal Favourite has completely rebranded the butt hygiene brand Saintly, formerly known as FOHM, with a Renaissance-inspired identity. The Sydney studio introduced a new name, tone of voice, and visual system featuring ornate typography and warm tones. Collaborating with Doris Dev, they also designed the Divine Dispenser product, aligning the brand’s playful and refined aesthetic.
The article by Poppy Thaxter on The Brand Identity highlights five standout serif typefaces frequently used in branding projects: LL Bradford, Editorial New, Romie, Tobias, and Reckless Neue. It explores how each typeface has been applied by various studios across industries, showcasing their versatility and aesthetic qualities. The piece serves as a curated roundup of serif fonts that continue to shape contemporary brand identities.
Creative Boom’s 2025 font roundup highlights 50 typefaces expected to shape the year’s visual landscape. The article, written by Katy Cowan, gathers community input to showcase a mix of reimagined classics and innovative new designs, reflecting trends like elegant serifs, expressive sans serifs, and versatile variable fonts. It features work from notable designers and foundries including Fred Smeijers, Margot Lévêque, Pangram Pangram, and Oh No Type Co.