Serif Normal Anbab 9 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Carmay', 'Contane', 'Contane Text', 'Madigan', and 'Madigan Text' by Hoftype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazine, branding, packaging, invitations, elegant, fashion, editorial, dramatic, refined, display impact, luxury tone, editorial voice, italic emphasis, classic revival, didone-like, hairline serifs, ball terminals, calligraphic, high-waisted.
A high-contrast italic serif with sculpted, tapered strokes and fine hairline serifs. The letterforms show strong diagonal stress and a pronounced thick–thin rhythm, with narrow joins, sharp terminals, and occasional ball-like endings (notably in several lowercase forms). Proportions lean expansive in the capitals and generously spaced in display settings, while the lowercase keeps a steady, readable x-height and fluid cursive construction. Figures follow the same italic, high-contrast model, with crisp transitions and elegant curves.
Well-suited to headlines, pull quotes, mastheads, and other editorial display roles where contrast and italic energy can lead the composition. It also fits premium branding applications such as beauty, fragrance, wine and spirits, and upscale packaging, as well as formal invitations and short, expressive statements.
The overall tone is luxurious and poised, with a distinctly editorial flair. Its dramatic contrast and sweeping italic motion suggest sophistication and a sense of ceremony, making the voice feel premium, romantic, and slightly theatrical rather than utilitarian.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, fashion-forward take on a classic high-contrast italic serif, prioritizing elegance, impact, and typographic sparkle in display use while retaining enough structure for short passages.
In text settings the strong contrast creates a lively sparkle, and the italic slant establishes forward motion even at larger sizes. The design’s delicacy in hairlines and serifs reads best when given adequate size and clean reproduction so the finest details remain clear.