Serif Other Laba 1 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, magazine covers, branding, dramatic, fashion, classic, theatrical, display impact, ornamental edge, editorial tone, luxury feel, wedge serifs, flared terminals, bracketed feel, sculptural, calligraphic.
A high-contrast serif with sharp, wedge-like serifs and tapered joins that create a distinctly chiseled silhouette. Strokes alternate between thick verticals and hairline horizontals, with pointed inner corners and triangular cuts that give many letters a faceted, sculptural rhythm. The capitals feel broad and statuesque, while the lowercase shows compact bowls, crisp entry/exit strokes, and lively, slightly asymmetrical details (notably in letters like a, g, y, and s). Numerals follow the same contrast and wedge-terminal logic, reading as display-oriented with strong black shapes and delicate hairlines.
Best suited to headlines and short-form typography where its contrast and wedge serifs can read clearly—magazine covers, fashion/editorial layouts, posters, and brand marks. It can also work for pull quotes or section openers when set with generous size and careful tracking to preserve the hairline details.
The overall tone is dramatic and refined, with a fashion-forward, editorial sensibility. Its sharp serifs and carved-looking detailing add a theatrical, premium flavor that can feel both classical and contemporary depending on layout and spacing.
This appears designed as a statement serif that amplifies contrast and sharp terminal geometry to deliver a distinctive, display-first voice. The consistent use of wedge serifs and faceted joins suggests an intention to evoke carved, ornamental letterforms while remaining structured enough for contemporary editorial typography.
The design’s visual energy comes from repeated triangular motifs and razor-thin cross-strokes, which produce a striking texture at large sizes but a more brittle, sparkly color as sizes get smaller. Curves are handled with tight apertures and pronounced thick–thin transitions, giving the face a crisp, high-impact presence in headlines.