Serif Normal Sikab 10 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
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A high-contrast italic serif with sculpted, calligraphic movement and crisp, tapered terminals. Strokes transition from hairline-thin to bold with a pronounced diagonal stress, and the serifs are finely bracketed, often ending in sharp wedges. Capitals feel stately and slightly condensed in their inner spaces, while the lowercase shows a lively rhythm with flowing joins and generous entry/exit strokes. Figures match the dramatic contrast and include distinctive curved forms, maintaining a consistent, polished color in text.
Well-suited to editorial design, fashion-oriented layouts, and book or magazine titling where contrast and italic energy can be showcased. It also fits premium packaging and event materials that benefit from a formal, upscale voice; for longer passages, it will read best with comfortable sizing and spacing to protect the thin hairlines.
The overall tone is formal and expressive, balancing classic bookish heritage with a fashionable, contemporary sheen. Its sharp hairlines and sweeping italics convey sophistication and drama, making the texture feel luxurious rather than utilitarian.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic italic text-serif voice with heightened contrast and a distinctly calligraphic sweep, optimized for expressive typography and polished display moments while remaining rooted in conventional serif proportions.
The italic slant is assertive and consistent across letters and numerals, with pointed apexes and tapered arms that create a crisp sparkle at larger sizes. Round forms (like O/C/e) are tightly drawn with fine hairlines, while diagonals (V/W/X) emphasize razor-like terminals, reinforcing a refined, high-style texture.