The article is an in-depth interview with Sharp Type founders Lucas Sharp and Chantra Malee, exploring the foundry’s evolution following the sale of its catalogue to Monotype and the launch of its new phase, Volume Two. They discuss the challenges of sustaining innovation in type design, the lifecycle of a foundry, and balancing experimental creativity with functional design. The piece also reflects on their past successes, including Ogg and Sharp Grotesque, and their vision for the next chapter.
The article showcases Helsinki-based designer Marina Veziko’s vibrant and typographically expressive identity for the organic skincare brand Pauli & Sisters. The design breaks away from typical muted cosmetic aesthetics, using vivid orange and pastel blue tones, embossed textures, and playful typefaces to reflect the brand’s youthful and ethical spirit. The identity captures both the sincerity and energy of the brand’s founders and their eco-conscious mission.