Fonts do more than just spell out your brand name or message. They can also help communicate your idea visually and tonally. Depending on what font type you use, you can either appear bold, conservative, or sophisticated.
One thing you need to remember is that regardless of your choice, the message needs to be readable. This is especially true when you’re planning on printing your words on customized rubber bracelets. Given printable wristbands’ limited space, the words need to be legible even from a distance. After all, these items are cost-effective means for spreading awareness about your cause. With that in mind, here are some tips to get the best out of them with the right choice of fonts.
Serif Fonts
These are typefaces where the lines are written with small strokes for easier reading. Originally from the Latin alphabet, these are used in printed publications where blocks of text are common. The small strokes of these serif characters help the reader’s eyes travel faster along a sentence. Newspapers, books, and magazines are some of the examples where you’ll see this kind of font. Some examples of it are Times New Roman and New Century Gothic.
But serif fonts aren’t just ideal for long bits of text. Using these for wristbands can give your message a classic and timeworn feel. Fonts like Garamond can be used to allow for wider spacing between the letters, allowing for easier readability.
Sans Serif Fonts
The opposite of the former, sans serif font characters lack the small strokes found in the serif types. These are meant for easier readability on computers, smartphones, and tablets. This is because the details of serif type letters can sometimes get blurry and pixelated on smaller or cheaper screens.
For wristbands, this is one of the commonly used font types. Since the letters can be made as large as possible within the confines of the material, these can be made more noticeable especially if you intend to use the embossed variety. Helvetica, Avant Garde, and Geneva are suitable examples if you intend to use this font type.
Slab Serif Fonts
A variant of serif fonts originating from Britain, it features thicker block-like strokes to make the letters more distinguished. Slab Serifs and are perfect for headings or one-liner announcements, with posters and flyers being some of the examples where this type of font is used.
This type of font can work for both debossed and embossed wristbands, especially if the letters will be ink-filled or printed in order to make them stand out. It’s recommended to use contrasting colors for better readability if your budget permits.
Monospaced Fonts
Also known as fixed width fonts, these were originally meant for use with a typewriter. The practical nature of this font features set spacing and fixed width, though they aren’t as stylish compared to other fonts like the ones mentioned above.
Using these on wristbands allow for more consistency, which makes them suitable for printed wristbands or ink-filled types. Courier and Monaco are some of the suggested fonts to use if you want to try it since their characters can also be rendered in boldface for easier readability.
Comic Fonts
Out of all the types of fonts to use, comic fonts are the easiest to read, if you want to convey a friendly and fun tone for your message. While Comic Sans is one of the most hated fonts out there, there are other better-looking substitutes to use in this font family. The Architect’s Daughter font is one of the main examples.
Since it’s also a variant of the sans-serif family, you can also use this for a wide variety of wristbands, though it’s recommended for ink-filled types to maximize their fun and friendly look.
If your fashion statement is a reflection of your personality, the font style on your personalized wristband reflects the cause you support. This applies to things like cancer research, charity donations, or a company’s brand. By making appropriate font choices, you’ll be able to reach a wider audience.
