Serif Normal Annun 5 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Madigan' by Hoftype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, fashion, dramatic, refined, classic, display impact, luxury tone, editorial voice, brand elegance, calligraphic, bracketed, crisp, luxurious, high-waist.
A sharply chiseled italic serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and tapered, wedge-like serifs. Strokes show a calligraphic logic with pointed entry/exit terminals, brisk curves, and tight joins that keep counters compact and energetic. The slant is assertive, and the overall rhythm alternates between broad, weighty stems and hairline connections, creating a lively, sculpted texture. Uppercase forms feel stately and slightly condensed in posture, while the lowercase leans into expressive shapes and angular transitions; numerals carry the same high-contrast, swept detailing.
Ideal for fashion and lifestyle headlines, magazine decks, premium packaging, and brand wordmarks where a dramatic italic voice is desirable. It can also work for short editorial pull quotes or chapter openers, but the strong contrast and fine details favor larger sizes and comfortable line spacing.
The tone is polished and theatrical, combining old-world elegance with a modern editorial punch. Its crisp hairlines and sweeping italic gestures read as luxurious and confident, suited to designs that want sophistication with visible flair.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, high-end italic serif for display typography—balancing classical proportions with heightened contrast and crisp, calligraphic terminals to create impact and elegance in titles and branding.
Hairline horizontals and delicate curves suggest best performance at display sizes or well-controlled printing/screen settings. The italic construction is consistent across letters and figures, with many terminals finishing in sharp points or small hooks that add motion to words.