Serif Normal Selab 15 is a bold, wide, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gazi' by Fontuma (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, subheads, editorial, posters, book covers, classic, confident, formal, dramatic, emphasis, editorial voice, classic refinement, display impact, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, lively, bookish.
A lively italic serif with pronounced contrast between thick verticals and hairline joins, and crisp bracketed serifs that taper to sharp points. The design leans slightly wide with generous counters and open apertures, giving the letters a spacious rhythm despite the heavy weight. Stroke terminals show a calligraphic influence, with angled entry/exit cuts and subtle modulation that keeps curves (notably in S, C, and e) energetic and smooth. Numerals follow the same italic, high-contrast logic, with clear, sturdy stems and refined, tapered finishing details.
This face is best used for headlines, subheads, and editorial pull quotes where an assertive italic voice is desired. It can also serve well in posters and book-cover typography that needs a classic serif presence with added motion and emphasis.
The overall tone is traditional and editorial, projecting authority and polish while still feeling dynamic due to the italic slant and calligraphic modulation. It reads as confident and slightly dramatic, well-suited to emphatic typography rather than quiet neutrality.
The design appears intended as a bold, italic companion for conventional serif typography—adding emphasis and momentum while retaining a classic, bookish structure. Its wide proportions and open forms suggest an aim for impactful display readability with a refined, publication-ready finish.
In text, the strong weight and contrast create a dark, commanding color, while the wide set and open counters help maintain clarity at display sizes. The italic construction feels integral (not an oblique), with shapes and serifs designed to flow along the slant for a continuous, forward-moving texture.