Serif Normal Ifbuz 7 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: books, magazines, editorial, headlines, invitations, classic, formal, literary, refined, classic text, editorial tone, formal branding, print elegance, bracketed, sharp, vertical stress, crisp, bookish.
This serif design shows pronounced stroke contrast with fine hairlines and thicker verticals, and a generally vertical, steady axis. Serifs are bracketed and relatively sharp, giving terminals a crisp, chiseled finish without feeling heavy. Proportions are compact with a modest x-height and slightly condensed rhythm, while counters stay open enough to keep text from clogging at display and reading sizes. Curves and joins are clean and controlled, and the overall spacing reads orderly with a traditional, print-oriented texture.
Well-suited for book typography, long-form editorial layouts, and magazine features where a traditional serif color is desired. It also works effectively for headlines, pull quotes, and formal collateral such as invitations or programs, where its crisp contrast and bracketed serifs can provide a polished, authoritative finish.
The tone is classic and literary, with a formal, editorial presence that suggests tradition and restraint. Its high-contrast detailing and crisp serifs lend a refined, slightly authoritative voice suited to established institutions and cultivated branding.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast text serif that prioritizes classic proportions and a disciplined, print-like rhythm. Its detailing aims to deliver a refined reading experience while remaining versatile enough for both text and display settings in editorial contexts.
In the sample text, the strong thick–thin modulation creates a lively line rhythm and a distinctly serifed texture, especially in mixed-case passages. The numerals follow the same contrast-driven construction, reading clear and conventional rather than decorative.