Hornbill Trial Italic Font

Hornbill Italic font by Eko Bimantara is a free italic retro display font. Part of the Hornbill family, it solves a familiar challenge: getting that vintage swing without sacrificing clear, confident headlines. The forward slant and gently flared serifs feel inky and hand-drawn, while the steady modulation and roomy counters keep text crisp at size. It’s lively, not fussy-nostalgic curves on a sturdy skeleton.

Using Hornbill Italic, you’ll get flowing rhythm for posters, boutique branding, beverage labels, editorial pull quotes, restaurant menus, and album covers. The spacing holds together when set big and tight, adding a warm, tactile snap. For balance, pair this free font with the Hornbill upright or a clean grotesque sans; keep the italic as the star and let the body copy step back.

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By using this font, you agree to the following terms.

This font is for personal use only. Commercial use is not allowed.

Non-commercial use for large-scale audiences is not allowed.

To purchase a commercial license, visit:
https://ekobimantara.com/product/hornbill/

For custom licensing inquiries, email:
ekobimantarafonts@gmail.com

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