Serif Normal Ifnuv 7 is a light, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, reports, academic, classic, bookish, formal, literary, refined, text reading, editorial tone, classic utility, clarity, bracketed, transitional, crisp, open counters, balanced.
A conventional serif with bracketed serifs, moderate stroke modulation, and a steady, text-oriented rhythm. The capitals are well-proportioned with crisp terminals and clear, open interior spaces, while the lowercase stays compact and readable with a two-storey “a” and “g” and unobtrusive joins. Curves are smooth and controlled, diagonals are clean, and the overall color remains even across words and lines, supporting continuous reading.
Well-suited to body text in books, long-form editorial layouts, journals, and reports where steady texture and conventional letterforms improve readability. It can also serve headings and subheads when a restrained, classic serif voice is desired.
The tone is traditional and composed, suggesting editorial seriousness and established typographic norms. It feels bookish and trustworthy rather than decorative, with a quiet refinement that suits formal communication.
The design appears intended as a versatile, general-purpose text serif that prioritizes familiarity, clarity, and a smooth reading rhythm across continuous copy, while maintaining enough contrast and serif detail to convey polish.
Numerals appear clear and sturdy, with familiar old-style-inspired detailing in shapes like the “2,” “3,” and “5,” and consistent serif treatment across the set. In paragraph samples the spacing reads comfortably, with enough openness in counters and apertures to keep dense text from feeling congested.