Outline Epsa 9 is a very light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, invitations, book covers, vintage, decorative, bookish, airy, decorative outline, vintage flavor, elegant titling, print display, serifed, bracketed, lined, engraved, display.
A serifed outline face drawn with a single, delicate contour that traces traditional letterforms. The construction follows classic proportions with bracketed serifs, moderate stroke modulation, and open counters that read clearly despite the hollow treatment. Curves are smooth and rounded, terminals are neatly finished, and the outlines maintain consistent spacing and line weight across the set. The overall rhythm feels even and measured, with crisp joins and a slightly formal, print-like silhouette.
Well-suited for display typography such as headlines, posters, and cover titles where the outline effect can be appreciated at larger sizes. It also fits branding accents on packaging, menus, invitations, and editorial pull quotes, especially when paired with a solid text face for body copy.
The font conveys an airy, refined character with a distinctly vintage sensibility, like engraved or letterpress-era titling rendered as line work. Its light footprint and hollow interiors give it a decorative, elegant presence that feels more ornamental than utilitarian.
The design appears intended to reinterpret a classic serif as a lightweight outline for decorative display use. It prioritizes elegance and period-flavored charm, delivering recognizable, traditional letterforms with an added ornamental line-drawn finish.
Because the design relies on thin outlines rather than filled strokes, it reads best when given enough size and contrast against the background. In longer passages, the open construction can feel delicate, while in headlines it creates a distinctive, sophisticated texture.