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Script vs Serif: Which Font Is Right for Your Project?

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Script vs Serif: Which Font Is Right for Your Project?

Script vs Serif: Which Font Is Right for Your Project?

Fonts are like shoes—super cute on someone else, but maybe not the vibe for your outfit.

The same goes for script vs serif fonts. Both are gorgeous, useful, and powerful—but they send completely different messages. So how do you choose the right one for your project?

Script Fonts: The Handwritten Heart of Design

Script fonts are the life of the party. They’re flirty, fancy, and full of personality. Some look like modern calligraphy, others feel like quick, casual handwriting—and either way, they bring a personal, emotional vibe to anything they touch.

Script Fonts Are Perfect For:

  • Wedding invitations
  • Greeting cards
  • Planner stickers
  • Instagram graphics
  • Cricut crafts (with smooth curves for clean cuts!)

What They Say:
“Hey bestie! I made this with love.”
“Soft. Sweet. Sentimental.”
“A little fancy, a little fun.”

JJAEDesign Font examples: Blushberry, Sweet Sugar Script, Marshmallow Script

Serif Fonts: Classy, Timeless, Always On Point

Serif fonts have those little “feet” at the ends of their letters (aka serifs), and they instantly give off a classic, trustworthy, and editorial feel. They’re perfect when you want your message to look established, elegant, or like it belongs in a magazine.

Serif Fonts Are Perfect For:

  • Logos and branding
  • Wedding menus or programs
  • Blogs and long-form text
  • Printables or ebooks
  • Luxe packaging

What They Say:
“Professional, but with style.”
“Bold. Refined. Confident.”
“I know what I’m doing—and I look good doing it.”

🖋️ JJAEDesigns Font examples: Vera Serif, Biscuit Slab, Cedar Market

🤔 So… Script or Serif?

Ask yourself:

  • Do I want this to feel personal and soft? → Go Script
  • Do I want this to feel structured and elegant? → Go Serif
  • Do I want a little of both? → Try mixing them for a killer combo (think script headline + serif body text = chef’s kiss)

💡 Pro Tip: Use Fonts That Fit the Feel

The most aesthetic designs aren’t just about color and layout—they’re about using fonts that match the message. When your font feels right, your project just ✨ clicks ✨.

Not sure which one to pick? Try both and see what speaks to you! Or check out our bestselling Script Fonts and Serif Fonts to find your perfect match.

Up next in the series: Behind the Scenes – How a Font Is Born

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