FF Trixie Font

FF Trixie is a famous font that resembles an old, worn-out typewriter. It was designed by Dutch type designer Erik van Blokland and originally published by FontFont (now part of Monotype) between 1991 and 2008.

The original FF Trixie family has 6 weights total, ranging from Light to Heavy. Today, the font is known as LTR Neither Confirm Nor Deny (LTR NCND), which is the successor to FF Trixie. LTR Neither Confirm Nor Deny is currently available as a variable font (LTR NCNDVF) and as individual static weights. The “Classic” versions (formerly known as HD, Rough, and Pro) are also available for those who prefer the original high-detail versions. This is a commercial font, so it must be purchased for any use.

Notable Uses

1. The X-Files TV show: The large “X” in the title is set in FF Trixie Heavy. This distinctive “X” reportedly helped the show win an Emmy Award.
2. Music albums: Many electronic and indie albums feature this font, including “Jet Chamber III.”

The font’s rough, typewriter aesthetic is widely appreciated. It can be seen on old Blaxploitation movie posters, book covers by author Doris Lessing, indie film titles, small zines and underground publications, and even in retro advertisements seeking an aged, authentic feel.

Alternative Free Fonts

For those seeking fonts similar to FF Trixie or LTR NCND, these free options are available:

• Trixie Pro Heavy: A replica of the LTR NCND Heavy font that can be used freely. Designed by Hans Reichel. Note that “Trixie” is a trademark of FSI Fonts und Software GmbH.
• Trixie Pro Light: A replica of the LTR NCND Light font.
• Typical Writer: A typewriter font created on Apr 4, 2001, by Carl Johanson. This font offers a similar aesthetic.
• GNUTypewriter: Another similar font created on Jun 24, 2011, by Lukasz Komsta.

FF Trixie / LTR NCND remains a iconic typewriter font, renowned for its worn, gritty aesthetic. Its cultural impact spans The X-Files (Emmy-winning “X”), indie music, retro media, and underground publications. While commercial, its distinctive style is accessible via free alternatives like Trixie Pro and Typical Writer.