Styles

About FF Dagny Pro

When DN transitioned to a tabloid format, a new typeface was created – DN Grotesk. Our inspiration came from old type specimens found in DN’s own historical archives. The typeface was designed to have higher contrast and a tall x-height. In these historical references, we discovered period-appropriate details that gave the new typeface character, such as a lowercase ”f” with a backward-leaning overhang. The typeface also saved valuable space by shortening both ascenders and descenders.

DN Grotesk was used in the newspaper for a period of ten years. When we regained the rights to it, it was given the name Dagny, a contraction of ”Dagens Nyheter.” It was launched by FontFont in 2009, and FF Dagny received the ISTD (International Society of Typographic Designers) International Typographic Award in 2011.

  • Design team
  • Örjan Nordling, Fredrik Andersson, Carolina Laudon, Gary Newman, Göran Söderström

  • Client
  • Mario Garcia, John Bark/Dagens Nyheter, Erik Spiekermann, FontFont Berlin

Opentype features

Case sensitive forms
Figures lining
Figures tabular lining
Figures tabular oldstyle
Fraction denominators
Fraction numerators
Fractions
Historical forms
Kerning pairs
Scientific inferiors
Small caps
Stylistic alternates
Subscript
Superscript

Thin

Investigate

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Circulation

Light

Pagination

Light italic

Pressroom

Regular

Coverage

Italic

Headlines

Bold

Editorials

Bold italic

Journalist

Black

Deadline

Black italic

Reporter

Typographic illustration by Fredrik Andersson Nygren
Typographic illustration by Fredrik Andersson Nygren
Thin

Dating back to the 17th century, Sweden saw the emergence of early newspapers primarily focused on political discourse and governmental affairs. The first Swedish newspaper, Ordinari Post Tijdender, was published in 1645, marking the beginning of a tradition that would significantly shape the nation’s media landscape. Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, the press played a vital role in shaping public opinion and fostering the development of democracy in Sweden. Newspapers such as Aftonbladet and Dagens Nyheter became influential voices in the dissemination of news and the expression of political ideologies. The 20th century brought about significant advancements in technology, leading to the rise of mass media and the proliferation of newspapers across Sweden. Radio and television emerged as formidable competitors to print journalism, challenging traditional news outlets to adapt to new mediums. In contemporary times, Swedish journalism continues to evolve in response to digitalization and globalization.

Thin italic

Dating back to the 17th century, Sweden saw the emergence of early newspapers primarily focused on political discourse and governmental affairs. The first Swedish newspaper, Ordinari Post Tijdender, was published in 1645, marking the beginning of a tradition that would significantly shape the nation’s media landscape. Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, the press played a vital role in shaping public opinion and fostering the development of democracy in Sweden. Newspapers such as Aftonbladet and Dagens Nyheter became influential voices in the dissemination of news and the expression of political ideologies. The 20th century brought about significant advancements in technology, leading to the rise of mass media and the proliferation of newspapers across Sweden. Radio and television emerged as formidable competitors to print journalism, challenging traditional news outlets to adapt to new mediums. In contemporary times, Swedish journalism continues to evolve in response to digitalization and globalization.

Extralight

Dating back to the 17th century, Sweden saw the emergence of early newspapers primarily focused on political discourse and governmental affairs. The first Swedish newspaper, Ordinari Post Tijdender, was published in 1645, marking the beginning of a tradition that would significantly shape the nation’s media landscape. Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, the press played a vital role in shaping public opinion and fostering the development of democracy in Sweden. Newspapers such as Aftonbladet and Dagens Nyheter became influential voices in the dissemination of news and the expression of political ideologies. The 20th century brought about significant advancements in technology, leading to the rise of mass media and the proliferation of newspapers across Sweden. Radio and television emerged as formidable competitors to print journalism, challenging traditional news outlets to adapt to new mediums. In contemporary times, Swedish journalism continues to evolve in response to digitalization and globalization.

Extralight italic

Dating back to the 17th century, Sweden saw the emergence of early newspapers primarily focused on political discourse and governmental affairs. The first Swedish newspaper, Ordinari Post Tijdender, was published in 1645, marking the beginning of a tradition that would significantly shape the nation’s media landscape. Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, the press played a vital role in shaping public opinion and fostering the development of democracy in Sweden. Newspapers such as Aftonbladet and Dagens Nyheter became influential voices in the dissemination of news and the expression of political ideologies. The 20th century brought about significant advancements in technology, leading to the rise of mass media and the proliferation of newspapers across Sweden. Radio and television emerged as formidable competitors to print journalism, challenging traditional news outlets to adapt to new mediums. In contemporary times, Swedish journalism continues to evolve in response to digitalization and globalization.

Light

Dating back to the 17th century, Sweden saw the emergence of early newspapers primarily focused on political discourse and governmental affairs. The first Swedish newspaper, Ordinari Post Tijdender, was published in 1645, marking the beginning of a tradition that would significantly shape the nation’s media landscape. Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, the press played a vital role in shaping public opinion and fostering the development of democracy in Sweden. Newspapers such as Aftonbladet and Dagens Nyheter became influential voices in the dissemination of news and the expression of political ideologies. The 20th century brought about significant advancements in technology, leading to the rise of mass media and the proliferation of newspapers across Sweden. Radio and television emerged as formidable competitors to print journalism, challenging traditional news outlets to adapt to new mediums. In contemporary times, Swedish journalism continues to evolve in response to digitalization and globalization.

Light italic

Dating back to the 17th century, Sweden saw the emergence of early newspapers primarily focused on political discourse and governmental affairs. The first Swedish newspaper, Ordinari Post Tijdender, was published in 1645, marking the beginning of a tradition that would significantly shape the nation’s media landscape. Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, the press played a vital role in shaping public opinion and fostering the development of democracy in Sweden. Newspapers such as Aftonbladet and Dagens Nyheter became influential voices in the dissemination of news and the expression of political ideologies. The 20th century brought about significant advancements in technology, leading to the rise of mass media and the proliferation of newspapers across Sweden. Radio and television emerged as formidable competitors to print journalism, challenging traditional news outlets to adapt to new mediums. In contemporary times, Swedish journalism continues to evolve in response to digitalization and globalization.

Regular

Dating back to the 17th century, Sweden saw the emergence of early newspapers primarily focused on political discourse and governmental affairs. The first Swedish newspaper, Ordinari Post Tijdender, was published in 1645, marking the beginning of a tradition that would significantly shape the nation’s media landscape. Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, the press played a vital role in shaping public opinion and fostering the development of democracy in Sweden. Newspapers such as Aftonbladet and Dagens Nyheter became influential voices in the dissemination of news and the expression of political ideologies. The 20th century brought about significant advancements in technology, leading to the rise of mass media and the proliferation of newspapers across Sweden. Radio and television emerged as formidable competitors to print journalism, challenging traditional news outlets to adapt to new mediums. In contemporary times, Swedish journalism continues to evolve in response to digitalization and globalization.

Regular italic

Dating back to the 17th century, Sweden saw the emergence of early newspapers primarily focused on political discourse and governmental affairs. The first Swedish newspaper, Ordinari Post Tijdender, was published in 1645, marking the beginning of a tradition that would significantly shape the nation’s media landscape. Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, the press played a vital role in shaping public opinion and fostering the development of democracy in Sweden. Newspapers such as Aftonbladet and Dagens Nyheter became influential voices in the dissemination of news and the expression of political ideologies. The 20th century brought about significant advancements in technology, leading to the rise of mass media and the proliferation of newspapers across Sweden. Radio and television emerged as formidable competitors to print journalism, challenging traditional news outlets to adapt to new mediums. In contemporary times, Swedish journalism continues to evolve in response to digitalization and globalization.

Bold

Dating back to the 17th century, Sweden saw the emergence of early newspapers primarily focused on political discourse and governmental affairs. The first Swedish newspaper, Ordinari Post Tijdender, was published in 1645, marking the beginning of a tradition that would significantly shape the nation’s media landscape. Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, the press played a vital role in shaping public opinion and fostering the development of democracy in Sweden. Newspapers such as Aftonbladet and Dagens Nyheter became influential voices in the dissemination of news and the expression of political ideologies. The 20th century brought about significant advancements in technology, leading to the rise of mass media and the proliferation of newspapers across Sweden. Radio and television emerged as formidable competitors to print journalism, challenging traditional news outlets to adapt to new mediums. In contemporary times, Swedish journalism continues to evolve in response to digitalization and globalization.

Bold italic

Dating back to the 17th century, Sweden saw the emergence of early newspapers primarily focused on political discourse and governmental affairs. The first Swedish newspaper, Ordinari Post Tijdender, was published in 1645, marking the beginning of a tradition that would significantly shape the nation’s media landscape. Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, the press played a vital role in shaping public opinion and fostering the development of democracy in Sweden. Newspapers such as Aftonbladet and Dagens Nyheter became influential voices in the dissemination of news and the expression of political ideologies. The 20th century brought about significant advancements in technology, leading to the rise of mass media and the proliferation of newspapers across Sweden. Radio and television emerged as formidable competitors to print journalism, challenging traditional news outlets to adapt to new mediums. In contemporary times, Swedish journalism continues to evolve in response to digitalization and globalization.

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Dating back to the 17th century, Sweden saw the emergence of early newspapers primarily focused on political discourse and governmental affairs. The first Swedish newspaper, Ordinari Post Tijdender, was published in 1645, marking the beginning of a tradition that would significantly shape the nation’s media landscape. Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, the press played a vital role in shaping public opinion and fostering the development of democracy in Sweden. Newspapers such as Aftonbladet and Dagens Nyheter became influential voices in the dissemination of news and the expression of political ideologies. The 20th century brought about significant advancements in technology, leading to the rise of mass media and the proliferation of newspapers across Sweden. Radio and television emerged as formidable competitors to print journalism, challenging traditional news outlets to adapt to new mediums. In contemporary times, Swedish journalism continues to evolve in response to digitalization and globalization.

Black italic

Dating back to the 17th century, Sweden saw the emergence of early newspapers primarily focused on political discourse and governmental affairs. The first Swedish newspaper, Ordinari Post Tijdender, was published in 1645, marking the beginning of a tradition that would significantly shape the nation’s media landscape. Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, the press played a vital role in shaping public opinion and fostering the development of democracy in Sweden. Newspapers such as Aftonbladet and Dagens Nyheter became influential voices in the dissemination of news and the expression of political ideologies. The 20th century brought about significant advancements in technology, leading to the rise of mass media and the proliferation of newspapers across Sweden. Radio and television emerged as formidable competitors to print journalism, challenging traditional news outlets to adapt to new mediums. In contemporary times, Swedish journalism continues to evolve in response to digitalization and globalization.

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