Serif Normal Vahy 4 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, fashion, luxury, posters, elegant, editorial, classic, dramatic, refinement, editorial voice, luxury appeal, headline impact, didone-like, refined, crisp, calligraphic, fashion-forward.
This typeface is a high-contrast serif with a pronounced thick–thin rhythm, hairline terminals, and sharp, finely bracketed serifs. The letterforms are relatively narrow with tall capitals and compact sidebearings, creating a taut, vertical texture in lines of text. Curves are clean and controlled, with teardrop/ball-like terminals appearing in several lowercase forms, and the overall modulation feels precise rather than soft. Numerals share the same contrast and elegance, with slender joins and delicate finishing strokes that read best when given room and size.
It is well suited to display typography such as headlines, magazine spreads, pull quotes, and fashion or luxury branding where contrast and elegance are assets. It can also work for short editorial text blocks when set at comfortable sizes and with ample spacing to protect the delicate strokes.
The overall tone is refined and polished, with a distinctly editorial and fashion sensibility. Its crisp hairlines and dramatic contrast communicate sophistication and a sense of luxury, while the restrained proportions keep it composed and formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, boutique interpretation of classic high-contrast book and fashion serifs: narrow, vertical forms with crisp hairlines that emphasize refinement and hierarchy in titles and editorial settings.
In longer text, the tight rhythm and thin hairlines create a bright, sparkling page color; pairing with generous leading or slightly larger sizes will help preserve the fine details. The shapes lean toward a contemporary take on classic high-contrast serifs, balancing sharpness with controlled curves.