Serif Normal Anlov 4 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bailsun' by Gatype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, fashion, dramatic, elegant, confident, impact, luxury, motion, editorial tone, display emphasis, bracketed, flared, calligraphic, sharp, sweeping.
A high-contrast serif with a pronounced italic slant and energetic, calligraphic construction. Thick verticals and hairline connections create a crisp black-and-white rhythm, while bracketed, slightly flared serifs and tapered terminals keep the forms lively rather than rigid. Counters are generous and the lowercase shows a readable, mainstream proportion, with expressive diagonals and sweeping joins that give the face a distinctly dynamic texture in lines of text. Numerals and capitals follow the same sharp contrast and angular emphasis, producing a strong, poster-ready silhouette.
Well-suited to editorial headlines, fashion and culture layouts, and brand expressions that need a refined but forceful presence. It also works for posters, pull quotes, and packaging where sharp contrast and italic momentum can carry the composition without additional decoration.
The overall tone feels polished and assertive, with a runway/editorial elegance that reads as contemporary yet rooted in classic serif traditions. Its sharp contrast and forward motion add drama and a sense of speed, making the voice feel confident, premium, and attention-grabbing.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-contrast serif voice with built-in movement—combining classic typographic cues (bracketed serifs and traditional proportions) with a more dramatic, display-oriented bite for contemporary publishing and branding.
The italic is integral to the design rather than a simple slant: many letters show drawn-in stroke modulation and directional terminals that enhance flow. At display sizes the hairlines look especially crisp, while the dense thick strokes create strong emphasis and a distinctive, high-impact word shape.