Step back in time with DW Fairfield, a hand-drawn display typeface inspired by the electric energy of rock ‘n’ roll dancehall posters from the 1940s through the swinging ’60s.
Lovingly crafted with rounded corners, subtle imperfections, and charming quirks, DW Fairfield captures the spirit of traditional letterpress and lithographic concert posters - making it the perfect choice for designs that demand authenticity, character, and vintage charm.
✷ FEATURES
All-Caps Display Typeface
Two Weights - Regular & Narrow
Over 30 BONUS pre-made glyphs for EACH WEIGHT.
Hand-drawn with authentic charm and character
Rounded edges and subtle misalignments for a vintage press feel
Perfect for posters, record sleeves, event flyers, packaging, branding, signage & more.
✷ INSPIRED BY…
The bustling dancehalls, smoky jazz clubs, and juke joints of post-war Britain. DW Fairfield draws influence from litho-printed gig posters, hand-painted signage, and the golden age of rock ’n’ roll design.
The name of the font comes from The Fairfield Halls in Croydon, England, where I grew up, and where my Great Grandad, Thomas J. Pyper, was the first General Manager. He welcomed acts such as The Beatles, Bill Haley and the Comets and many more to the venue, and his name lives on with The Fairfield Halls today.
Whether you’re creating something nostalgic or looking to add a human touch to your design, this font brings real character to the stage.
✷ PERFECT FOR…
Vintage-style branding
Retro music artwork
Posters & flyers
Coffee shops & cocktail menus
Barbershops, vinyl shops & lifestyle brands with a throwback twist
