If you’ve ever opened Canva, started designing, and then found yourself scrolling endlessly through fonts thinking “What actually looks good together?” — you’re not alone.
Typography is one of the most powerful tools in brand design. The right font pairing can instantly elevate your visuals, build trust, and communicate your message clearly — even if you’re DIY-ing your brand. But a mismatched font combo? It can make your design feel chaotic, off-brand, or amateur.
In this guide, I’m sharing brand designer-approved font pairings you can create right inside Canva — no graphic design background (or expensive font subscription) required. These timeless font combinations are clean, professional, and versatile enough to use on social media, presentations, websites, lead magnets, client documents, and more.
Whether you’re building your brand from scratch or giving it a glow-up, this is your go-to list for choosing fonts with confidence.
What Makes a Font Pairing “Elevated”?
A timeless font pairing strikes the perfect balance between personality and polish. It’s the kind of combination that works across platforms, over time, and never feels overly trendy or hard to read.
The best font pairings in Canva typically include:
- A headline font: Often bold or serif, this font adds visual weight and personality
- A supporting font: Clean and easy to read, perfect for paragraphs or captions
- (Optional) An accent font: Think script or decorative, used sparingly for flair
A great combo is visually interesting, well-balanced, and reflects your brand’s personality — whether that’s classic, modern, luxe, bold, or playful.
The Best Font Pairings in Canva for a Polished, Professional Look
These font pairings are designer-approved, easy to replicate, and available directly in Canva (including a few premium Pro fonts if you’re ready to level up).
1. Lora + Montserrat
Style: Warm, editorial, trustworthy
Why it works: Lora’s classic serif curves pair beautifully with the clean lines of Montserrat. This combination feels human, credible, and perfect for content that aims to educate or inspire.
Use it for:
- Lora: Blog post titles, headers, email banners
- Montserrat: Body text, testimonials, captions
2. Libre Baskerville + Gotham Bold
Style: Traditional with a modern edge
Why it works: Libre Baskerville brings a scholarly, bookish tone, while Gotham Bold adds confident structure. Together, they build instant credibility with a contemporary feel.
Use it for:
- Libre Baskerville: Section headers, article intros
- Gotham Bold: Calls to action, logos, hero text
3. Blosta Script + Kabel ExtraBold
Style: Expressive, bold, creative
Why it works: The playful energy of Blosta Script contrasts beautifully with the geometric strength of Kabel Extrabold. It’s fun but not chaotic — ideal for brands that don’t take themselves too seriously.
Use it for:
- Blosta Script: Taglines, names, accents
- Kabel Extrabold: Titles, menus, standout content
4. Oswald Regular + Moontime
Style: Urban, approachable, personal
Why it works: Oswald Regular’s condensed sans serif structure brings clarity, while Moontime adds a handwritten, personal flair. This pairing is great for brands that want to feel professional but not corporate.
Use it for:
- Oswald: Social headlines, slides, body text
- Moontime: Subtle scripts, notes, overlays
5. Walbaum + Source Sans Pro
Style: Editorial, refined, versatile
Why it works: Walbaum has strong vertical stress and a high-end, publication-style feel. Source Sans Pro brings modern readability. Together, they deliver elegance and clarity across formats.
Use it for:
- Walbaum: Website headers, magazine layouts, brand presentations
- Source Sans Pro: Paragraphs, guides, social media captions
Bonus: Canva Pro Font Pairing
6. Canela (Pro) + Neue Montreal (Pro) Style: Minimal, high-end, fashion-forward
Why it works: Canela’s soft elegance meets Neue Montreal’s contemporary neutrality for a luxe pairing that radiates quiet confidence.
Use it for:
- Canela: Hero sections, luxe product titles, about page intros
- Neue Montreal: Long-form content, pricing tables, design guides
Note: Both fonts are available with a Canva Pro subscription.
Quick Tips for Choosing & Using Fonts in Canva
- Limit your font palette to 2–3 fonts max per project or brand
- Establish a clear hierarchy with font sizes and weights
- Be consistent across platforms (social, website, email, packaging)
- Save your brand fonts to a Canva Brand Kit (this is a Pro feature) for easy access
Script Fonts in Canva: When and How to Use Them
Script fonts are beautiful — but they require intention. Use them sparingly to avoid visual clutter.
Best for:
- Brand marks
- Taglines
- Callouts or accent words
Avoid:
- Long sentences
- Small sizes
- Body text
Elegant script fonts in Canva:
- Amsterdam Four
- Brittany
- Gistesy
- Malisia
- Moontime
- Blosta Script (see pairing above)
Ready to Upgrade Your Fonts?
If you’re ready to elevate your Canva designs and give your visuals a more professional, consistent feel, I’ve created a super easy resource just for you:
Download the Canva Font Pairings Guide for $7 →
You’ll get:
- 25 curated, designer-approved font combinations
- Hierarchy tips and real-life examples
- Easy-to-follow setup instructions for Canva
- A checklist to help you pick the right fonts for your brand
Perfect for anyone DIY-ing their visual identity or just looking for a creative refresh.
Final Thoughts: Fonts Speak Louder Than You Think
Your typography is your tone of voice — before anyone reads a single word. The fonts you choose tell your audience whether you’re playful or polished, minimalist or expressive, confident or calming.
If you’re serious about your brand looking as good as the work you do, start with your fonts. And remember: timeless doesn’t mean boring. It means intentional, elevated, and unmistakably you.
More Resources for Canva + Brand Design
Over the years, I’ve shared resources to help others build their own creative businesses and strengthen their branding. Here are a few of my most helpful ones:
⦿ Canva Hacks & Shortcuts – Make designing easier and faster.
⦿ Brand In A Box – Everything you need for a professional, polished brand.
⦿ Coaching Starter Pack – Create a branded freebie, presentation deck, and email header to attract the right audience.
⦿ Instagram Template Set – Social media success starts with strong visuals!
As we step into 2025, let this be the year you design with more intention, more creativity, and more confidence.
Happy branding!
Deena Rutter
