
A ribbon in motion, rendered in type
Volina is a script typeface designed by Francesca Bolognini and Selma Losch, released in 2017. Its defining characteristic is a simulated 3D effect achieved through a thin channel of negative space running through each stroke, inspired by the movement of ribbons. The design features generous ascenders and descenders alongside elaborate capitals, and supports over 810 languages across the Latin writing system.
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