Serif Forked/Spurred Mywy 1 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book titles, editorial, branding, invitations, posters, elegant, literary, ceremonial, dramatic, antique, ornamental refinement, classical voice, editorial character, display impact, engraved feel, calligraphic, spurred, flared, chiseled, crisp.
This serif typeface pairs slender hairlines with weighty verticals, producing a crisp, high-contrast texture. Serifs are sharply tapered and frequently forked or spurred, with pointed terminals that feel carved rather than bracketed. Curves are smooth and controlled, while joins and stroke endings often resolve into small hooks or barbs that add sparkle in both caps and lowercase. Proportions lean classical with moderate x-height, and the overall rhythm alternates between fine entry/exit strokes and firm main stems for a distinctly lively, ornamental reading color.
It performs best in display and short-form text where the forked terminals and contrast can be appreciated—such as book and chapter titles, pull quotes, magazine headlines, brand marks, packaging, and formal invitations. For longer passages, it will be most comfortable at generous sizes and with a bit of extra leading to keep the sharp detailing from crowding.
The tone is refined and slightly theatrical, blending old-world formality with a touch of sharp-edged drama. Its spurred details and calligraphic finishing give it a literary, ceremonial feel suited to premium or historically inflected design.
The design appears intended to reinterpret classical serif construction with decorative, spurred terminals that increase sophistication and distinctiveness without drifting into script. It aims for a crisp, engraved impression that stands out in editorial and branding contexts where a traditional voice needs added personality.
Uppercase forms read stately and open, while the lowercase introduces more pronounced spurs and asymmetric terminals that increase character at display sizes. Numerals appear similarly stylized, with tapered entries and pronounced contrast that maintains the family’s engraved, pointed flavor.