This collection showcases the most suitable Fedrigoni papers for inner pages, covers, binding, and inserts, helping you make the right choice for every publishing project. Whether you’re searching for publishing paper options or paper alternative solutions tailored to editorial needs, this is your go-to source of inspiration and guidance for anyone looking for a publishing paper selection tool.
Papers for publishing: a curated selection for editorial excellence
From material selection to production insight, Best of Publishing brings together real-world applications of premium Fedrigoni paper, practical advice, and exclusive conversations with top international designers. It’s an essential asset for those who design for the publishing world at the highest standards.
What’s inside?
- READ ME – A 200-page casebound book featuring 29 premium coated and uncoated papers and original interviews with eight influential designers that crossed paths with Fedrigoni throughout the years. The layout is an inspirational journey through paper, typography and creativity.
- CHOOSE ME – Two smartly organized swatches grouped by publishing application, not by product range to choose the right paper for editorial projects, such as the embossed Imitlin, endpapers and inserts (mostly in colour) with renowned series like Sirio, Woodstock, and Materica. For interior pages, whether for text and images (mostly white) options range from the versatile uncoated Arena to coated Symbol, including innovative solutions like Arena High Definition and X-Per. There are also heavier weight papers suitable for covers. Reflecting the innovative spirit of the featured designers, the collection includes recent launches such as Cotone100 (an uncoated paper made from 100% cotton linters), GSK Translucent+ (a highly durable translucent paper), and Terrae, a line made with mineral-based pigments.
- FOOTNOTES – An educational booklet for young designers, demystifying the publishing production process with tips on paper choice, binding styles, and finishing techniques.
- Design Signatures Podcast – A video podcast available on Spotify and YouTube, featuring exclusive interviews with the designers involved in READ ME. A perfect way to explore their creative mindset and material choices.
Publishing paper solutions: why it matters
Best of Publishing supports better, more informed choices in editorial design. It guides creatives through:
- How to match paper types to editorial applications
- What finishes enhancing readability or image impact
Which are the most disruptive editorial solutions adopted by designers? Every featured paper includes a QR code that leads directly to the Fedrigoni website for detailed specifications and sample requests.
Ready to find the paper for your next project?
From inspiration to specification — discover the complete collection of papers developed by Fedrigoni for editorial applications.
