Lipo

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To achieve unparalleled design flexibility, the Lipo typeface family was created, deliberately pushing the boundaries of typographic construction to their limits. It is designed as a highly variable system that allows precise responses to a wide range of visual and functional demands—from compact headlines to airy, widely extended layouts.
The family includes 63 styles built along two primary axes—width and weight. It offers nine width variants, smoothly transitioning from extremely narrow Compressed to significantly expanded Extended. These proportional differences enable designers to work with text rhythm and efficiently use space across various media. The width axis is complemented by seven weight levels, ranging from delicate Thin to strong Bold, providing sufficient contrast for the information hierarchy and expressive typographic articulation.
The extensive character set includes extended Latin, extended Cyrillic, and Greek scripts. This makes Lipo suitable for multilingual projects and international communication without compromising visual consistency.
A wide range of OpenType features, including stylistic sets and alternate characters, allows for fine-tuning the character of the text.

  • Number of fonts in a family: 63
  • Release date: 2023
  • Current version: 1.000
  • Available formats: OTF, TTF, WOFF, WOFF2
  • Variable file: Available upon request with the purchase of the complete type family.
  • Design: Tomáš Brousil
187 languages
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Styles

Compressed Thin 
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Semi Condensed Thin 
Thin 
Semi Expanded Thin 
Expanded Thin 
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Extended Thin 
Compressed Light 
Extra Condensed Light 
Condensed Light 
Semi Condensed Light 
Light 
Semi Expanded Light 
Expanded Light 
Extra Expanded Light 
Extended Light 
Compressed Regular 
Extra Condensed Regular 
Condensed Regular 
Semi Condensed Regular 
Regular 
Semi Expanded Regular 
Expanded Regular 
Extra Expanded Regular 
Extended Regular 
Compressed Medium 
Extra Condensed Medium 
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Semi Condensed Medium 
Medium 
Semi Expanded Medium 
Expanded Medium 
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Extended Medium 
Compressed Demibold 
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Demibold 
Semi Expanded Demibold 
Expanded Demibold 
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Extended Demibold 
Compressed Semibold 
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Condensed Semibold 
Semi Condensed Semibold 
Semibold 
Semi Expanded Semibold 
Expanded Semibold 
Extra Expanded Semibold 
Extended Semibold 
Compressed Bold 
Extra Condensed Bold 
Condensed Bold 
Semi Condensed Bold 
Bold 
Semi Expanded Bold 
Expanded Bold 
Extra Expanded Bold 
Extended Bold

Specimen

Lipo Compressed Thin

from 75 EUR

Photophosphorescent

Lipo Extra Condensed Thin

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Transatlantican

Lipo Condensed Thin

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Masterproof

Lipo Semi Condensed Thin

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Diplomate

Lipo Thin

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Relevant

Lipo Semi Expanded Thin

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Whisky

Lipo Expanded Thin

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Squad

Lipo Extra Expanded Thin

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Baltic

Lipo Extended Thin

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Paco

Lipo Compressed Light

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Supertranscendently

Lipo Extra Condensed Light

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Electrographite

Lipo Condensed Light

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Commander

Lipo Semi Condensed Light

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Reflection

Lipo Light

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Fuselage

Lipo Semi Expanded Light

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Mother

Lipo Expanded Light

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Salary

Lipo Extra Expanded Light

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Adam

Lipo Extended Light

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Rage

Lipo Compressed Regular

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Thermodynamically

Lipo Extra Condensed Regular

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Photographical

Lipo Condensed Regular

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Demilitarize

Lipo Semi Condensed Regular

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Yappiness

Lipo Regular

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Toyshop

Lipo Semi Expanded Regular

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Gorgon

Lipo Expanded Regular

from 75 EUR

Frame

Lipo Extra Expanded Regular

from 75 EUR

Quick

Lipo Extended Regular

from 75 EUR

Date

Lipo Compressed Medium

from 75 EUR

Intellectualization

Lipo Extra Condensed Medium

from 75 EUR

Terminological

Lipo Condensed Medium

from 75 EUR

Hypnotoxin

Lipo Semi Condensed Medium

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Promising

Lipo Medium

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Electron

Lipo Semi Expanded Medium

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Tought

Lipo Expanded Medium

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Rocky

Lipo Extra Expanded Medium

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Habit

Lipo Extended Medium

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Smile

Lipo Compressed Demibold

from 75 EUR

Counterargument

Lipo Extra Condensed Demibold

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Quinquenniad

Lipo Condensed Demibold

from 75 EUR

Micrometry

Lipo Semi Condensed Demibold

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Symptom

Lipo Demibold

from 75 EUR

Plugtray

Lipo Semi Expanded Demibold

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Opalize

Lipo Expanded Demibold

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Albino

Lipo Extra Expanded Demibold

from 75 EUR

Slang

Lipo Extended Demibold

from 75 EUR

Quar

Lipo Compressed Semibold

from 75 EUR

Representability

Lipo Extra Condensed Semibold

from 75 EUR

Introspective

Lipo Condensed Semibold

from 75 EUR

Typometry

Lipo Semi Condensed Semibold

from 75 EUR

Keyboard

Lipo Semibold

from 75 EUR

Goatling

Lipo Semi Expanded Semibold

from 75 EUR

Stickly

Lipo Expanded Semibold

from 75 EUR

Tillage

Lipo Extra Expanded Semibold

from 75 EUR

Delta

Lipo Extended Semibold

from 75 EUR

Milky

Lipo Compressed Bold

from 75 EUR

Spokesmanship

Lipo Extra Condensed Bold

from 75 EUR

Hypnotically

Lipo Condensed Bold

from 75 EUR

Directorial

Lipo Semi Condensed Bold

from 75 EUR

Fatalistic

Lipo Bold

from 75 EUR

Carriage

Lipo Semi Expanded Bold

from 75 EUR

Quippy

Lipo Expanded Bold

from 75 EUR

Shant

Lipo Extra Expanded Bold

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Camp

Lipo Extended Bold

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Marc

Lipo Bold

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Most candy does not contain meat or obvious animal parts, and many varieties are also free from milk or other animal-derived ingredients.

Lipo Medium

from 75 EUR

Packaging plays an important role in preserving the aroma and flavor of candy while also making it easier to transport and store. Different materials are used depending on the type of product and the level of protection required. Wax paper is commonly used because it provides a barrier against air, moisture, dust, and germs. Cellophane is valued for its transparency and its resistance to grease, odors, and moisture, and it can often be resealed. Polyethylene films are widely used as well, especially for bulk packaging, since they can be heat-sealed into bags. Plastic wraps are another common option for protecting candy products. Aluminum foil is frequently used for items like chocolate bars because it prevents the transfer of water vapor while remaining lightweight and resistant to odors. High-quality confections are often packaged in boxes lined with vegetable parchment, which helps maintain freshness. Cardboard cartons are used less often but provide flexibility in terms of thickness and resistance to moisture and oils. To seal packaging, manufacturers often use starch-based adhesives made from sources such as tapioca, potato, wheat, sago, or sweet potato. In some cases, stronger adhesives derived from animal materials like bones and skin have been used, although these are less common due to higher costs. Before the 20th century, candy was typically sold loose from street carts, leaving it exposed to dirt, insects, and other contaminants. Although some wrapping machines for gum and stick candy existed by 1914, packaging was not yet widespread. This began to change after the 1916 polio outbreak, when concerns about hygiene led to strong criticism of unwrapped sweets. At that time, only higher-end candy shops commonly used protective storage like glass jars.

Lipo Demibold

from 75 EUR

The word “candy” entered English from the Old French çucre candi, meaning “sugar candy”. This term traces back further to Arabic qandi, Persian qand, and Sanskrit khanda, all referring to sugar. Sugarcane originates from tropical regions of South and Southeast Asia. In ancient India, people produced early forms of sugar by boiling sugarcane juice into solid pieces known as khanda. Between the 6th and 4th centuries BCE, the Persians—and later the Greeks—encountered sugar during contact with India and helped spread both the substance and its cultivation. Before sugar became widely available, sweets were primarily based on honey. Civilizations such as those in ancient China, the Middle East, Egypt, Greece, and Rome used honey to coat fruits and flowers, preserving them or turning them into early forms of candy. Variations of this practice still exist today, often as decorative or culinary garnishes. Prior to the Industrial Revolution, candy was often considered medicinal. It was used to soothe digestion or relieve sore throats. During the Middle Ages, it was a luxury reserved for the wealthy and typically consisted of sugar combined with spices like cloves, ginger, or anise. These mixtures, sometimes called “chamber spice”, were served at banquets as digestive aids. The term “candy” began appearing in Middle English in the late 13th century. Candy itself arrived in America in the early 18th century from Britain and France, but it remained a luxury due to the cost and skill required to work with sugar. Even simple treats like rock candy were considered expensive. The candy industry changed dramatically in the 1830s as technological advances and increased sugar availability made sweets more affordable. Candy became accessible to the working class, and children became a key market. The rise of “penny candy” allowed children to purchase sweets with their own money, marking one of the first times they became independent consumers. Further innovations accelerated production. In 1847, the invention of the candy press made it possible to produce candies in various shapes and sizes quickly. By 1851, confectioners began using steam-powered pans, which distributed heat more evenly and reduced the need for constant stirring. These improvements made it possible for small businesses to produce candy efficiently. However, as production expanded, so did problems with food safety. Some manufacturers added cheap fillers or even toxic substances to enhance color and reduce costs. Harmful ingredients such as lead compounds, mercury sulfide, and arsenic were sometimes used without regulation. Public concern over these practices grew, leading to increased scrutiny and eventually to government action. In 1906, after years of research, public pressure, and criticism of unsafe food practices, the United States passed the Pure Food and Drug Act, establishing the first federal regulations to ensure the safety of food and products like candy.

Lipo Demibold

from 75 EUR

Слово «candy» пришло в английский язык из старофранцузского выражения çucre candi, означающего «сахарные леденцы». Этот термин восходит ещё дальше — к арабскому qandi, персидскому qand и санскритскому khanda, все из которых обозначают сахар. Сахарный тростник происходит из тропических регионов Южной и Юго-Восточной Азии. В древней Индии люди производили ранние формы сахара, вываривая сок сахарного тростника до твёрдых кусочков, известных как khanda. Между VI и IV веками до н. э. персы, а затем и греки, познакомились с сахаром во время контактов с Индией и способствовали распространению как самого продукта, так и его выращивания. До того как сахар стал широко доступным, сладости в основном изготавливались на основе мёда. Цивилизации древнего Китая, Ближнего Востока, Египта, Греции и Рима использовали мёд для покрытия фруктов и цветов, чтобы сохранять их или превращать в ранние формы конфет. Варианты этой практики существуют и сегодня, часто в виде декоративных или кулинарных украшений. До промышленной революции конфеты нередко считались лекарственным средством. Их использовали для улучшения пищеварения или облегчения боли в горле. В Средние века сладости были роскошью, доступной только богатым, и обычно состояли из сахара, смешанного со специями, такими как гвоздика, имбирь или анис. Эти смеси, иногда называемые «chamber spice», подавались на банкетах как средства для улучшения пищеварения. Слово «candy» начало появляться в среднеанглийском языке в конце XIII века. Сами конфеты появились в Америке в начале XVIII века благодаря Британии и Франции, однако оставались предметом роскоши из-за высокой стоимости сахара и сложности его обработки. Даже простые сладости, такие как леденцовый сахар (rock candy), считались дорогими. Кондитерская промышленность резко изменилась в 1830-х годах, когда технологические достижения и увеличение доступности сахара сделали сладости более дешёвыми. Конфеты стали доступны рабочему классу, а дети превратились в важную категорию покупателей. Появление «пенсовых сладостей» (penny candy) позволило детям покупать угощения на собственные деньги, что стало одним из первых случаев, когда дети стали самостоятельными потребителями. Дальнейшие инновации ускорили производство. В 1847 году изобретение пресса для конфет позволило быстро выпускать сладости различных форм и размеров. К 1851 году кондитеры начали использовать паровые котлы.

Lipo Demibold

from 75 EUR

Χρησιμοποιούνταν για να καταπραΰνει την πέψη ή να ανακουφίζει από τον πονόλαιμο. Κατά τον Μεσαίωνα, αποτελούσε πολυτέλεια για τους πλούσιους και συνήθως αποτελούνταν από ζάχαρη αναμεμειγμένη με μπαχαρικά όπως γαρύφαλλο, τζίντζερ ή γλυκάνισο. Αυτά τα μείγματα, που μερικές φορές ονομάζονταν «chamber spice», σερβίρονταν σε συμπόσια ως βοηθήματα πέψης. Ο όρος «candy» άρχισε να εμφανίζεται στα Μέσα Αγγλικά στα τέλη του 13ου αιώνα. Η καραμέλα έφτασε στην Αμερική στις αρχές του 18ου αιώνα από τη Βρετανία και τη Γαλλία, αλλά παρέμεινε είδος πολυτελείας λόγω του κόστους και της δεξιοτεχνίας που απαιτούσε η επεξεργασία της ζάχαρης. Ακόμη και απλές λιχουδιές όπως η κρυσταλλική ζάχαρη (rock candy) θεωρούνταν ακριβές. Η βιομηχανία ζαχαρωδών άλλαξε δραματικά τη δεκαετία του 1830, καθώς οι τεχνολογικές εξελίξεις και η αυξημένη διαθεσιμότητα ζάχαρης έκαναν τα γλυκά πιο προσιτά. Οι καραμέλες έγιναν προσβάσιμες στην εργατική τάξη και τα παιδιά εξελίχθηκαν σε σημαντική αγορά. Η εμφάνιση των «penny candy» επέτρεψε στα παιδιά να αγοράζουν γλυκά με τα δικά τους χρήματα, σηματοδοτώντας μία από τις πρώτες φορές που έγιναν ανεξάρτητοι καταναλωτές. Περαιτέρω καινοτομίες επιτάχυναν την παραγωγή. Το 1847, η εφεύρεση της πρέσας καραμέλας κατέστησε δυνατή την ταχεία παραγωγή γλυκών σε διάφορα σχήματα και μεγέθη. Μέχρι το 1851, οι ζαχαροπλάστες άρχισαν να χρησιμοποιούν ατμοκίνητα σκεύη, τα οποία κατανέμουν τη θερμότητα πιο ομοιόμορφα και μειώνουν την ανάγκη για συνεχή ανάδευση. Αυτές οι βελτιώσεις επέτρεψαν σε μικρές επιχειρήσεις να παράγουν καραμέλες αποτελεσματικά. Ωστόσο, καθώς η παραγωγή επεκτεινόταν, αυξάνονταν και τα προβλήματα ασφάλειας τροφίμων. Ορισμένοι κατασκευαστές πρόσθεταν φθηνά πληρωτικά υλικά ή ακόμη και τοξικές ουσίες για να ενισχύσουν το χρώμα και να μειώσουν το κόστος. Επιβλαβή συστατικά όπως ενώσεις μολύβδου, θειούχος υδράργυρος και αρσενικό χρησιμοποιούνταν μερικές φορές χωρίς κανονισμούς. Η δημόσια ανησυχία για αυτές τις πρακτικές αυξήθηκε, οδηγώντας σε μεγαλύτερο έλεγχο και τελικά σε κρατική παρέμβαση. Το 1906, έπειτα από χρόνια έρευνας, δημόσιας πίεσης και επικρίσεων σχετικά με τις μη ασφαλείς πρακτικές στα τρόφιμα, οι Ηνωμένες Πολιτείες ψήφισαν τον Νόμο περί Καθαρών Τροφίμων και Φαρμάκων (Pure Food and Drug Act), θεσπίζοντας τους πρώτους ομοσπονδιακούς κανονισμούς για τη διασφάλιση της ασφάλειας των τροφίμων και προϊόντων όπως οι καραμέλες.

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