FirstWord Regular

FirstWord: A Balance of Geometry and Expression

FirstWord is a geometric typeface born from a deep appreciation for the subtle complexities of letterforms. Both precise and expressive, it balances the clean, structured aesthetics of geometric typography with subtle nods to neo-grotesque forms.

One of the biggest challenges in its creation was refining the relationship between letterforms and punctuation. Small details—such as the shape of the full point, comma, and quotation marks—can dramatically impact a typeface’s overall character.

The result is a typeface that feels both timeless and contemporary, designed for clarity in both print and digital applications. Every detail, from the numerals to the punctuation, has been crafted with purpose—refining the intersection of geometric precision and humanist warmth.

Features

7 weights available (from thin to thick)

Multi language; support for 68 languages (310 characters)

Opentype features; case sensitive, denominators, fractions, numerators, scientific inferiors, subscript, superscript, tabular figures

To be able to access alternative characters, make sure the software you use can support opentype features such as Microsoft Word, Paint, Adobe, Corel draw, Cricut and other applications.

Designed and published by Andy Peat and Paul Bagshawe.
© Andy Peat and Paul Bagshawe 2024
Initially released February 2025