Waterway+Work Sans New
Work Sans New Typeface's sans-serif clarity complements Waterway's traditional character
Waterway headlines + Work Sans New body
Waterway + Work Sans New Font Pairing
This font pairing combines Waterway headlines with Work Sans New body text. The typographic hierarchy creates professional contrast for web, print, and application interfaces.
Work Sans New headlines + Waterway body
Work Sans New + Waterway Font Pairing
Reversing the roles demonstrates the versatility of this Serif and Sans Serif font pairing for diverse design applications.
Why This Pairing Works
- Complementary Contrast: Waterway's refined letterforms with decorative terminals pairs effectively with Work Sans New's clean, modern letterforms without decorative terminals, creating visual interest without conflict.
- Functional Balance: Each typeface excels in its role—Waterway establishing authority and credibility while Work Sans New focuses on conveying modernity and innovation.
- Readability: Work Sans New's excellent screen legibility across devices complements Waterway's classical proportions and elegant stroke contrast, ensuring optimal legibility across contexts.
- Professional Appeal: Together, these typefaces create a sophisticated typographic system suitable for editorial and publishing projects and modern brand identities.
Best Used For
Web Design & Digital Interfaces
Use Waterway for headlines, navigation, and hero sections where impact matters. Apply Work Sans New to body copy, UI elements, and supporting text for optimal screen readability.
Print & Editorial
Waterway excels in editorial and publishing projects, while Work Sans New provides the conveying modernity and innovation needed for extended reading in magazines, brochures, and reports.
Brand Identity
Establish your primary brand voice with Waterway in logos and key messaging. Extend the system with Work Sans New across marketing materials and corporate communications.
Recommended Sizing
- Waterway: 24px–72px for headings, 18px–24px for subheadings
- Work Sans New: 14px–18px for body text, 12px–14px for captions