Serif Other Ohle 1 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book titles, editorial, magazines, invitations, branding, classic, literary, formal, refined, refinement, editorial tone, classic appeal, distinctive details, space economy, bracketed, hairline, calligraphic, flared, crisp.
A high-contrast serif with crisp hairlines and stronger vertical stems, giving it a sharp, engraved feel. Serifs are fine and generally bracketed, with occasional flared or tapered terminals that add a slightly calligraphic nuance. The proportions are compact and elegant, with narrow letterforms and clear modulation through curves; bowls and counters stay open despite the contrast. Several shapes introduce subtle decorative idiosyncrasies—especially in the S/s, J/j, Q, and numerals—while maintaining an overall consistent rhythm suitable for setting text.
Well suited to book and chapter titles, magazine typography, and editorial layouts where a refined serif voice is desired. It can also support upscale invitations and identity work, especially for brands aiming for a classic, cultured impression. For extended reading, it will perform best with comfortable sizes and spacing that preserve its hairline details.
The tone is classic and literary, leaning toward formal editorial typography rather than casual display. Its high contrast and slender build communicate refinement and a slightly dramatic, old-style sophistication. The small ornamental touches add personality without pushing the design into novelty.
The design appears intended to blend traditional serif structure with a sharper, more decorative high-contrast finish, creating a distinctive yet usable text-and-display hybrid. Its narrow set and lively stroke modulation suggest an aim toward elegance and economy of space, while keeping enough character for headlines and pull quotes.
In the sample text, the face reads cleanly at larger sizes with a lively sparkle from the hairlines; at smaller sizes the finest strokes may demand careful rendering and adequate line spacing. Curved letters show pronounced contrast and smooth joins, while some glyphs (notably S/s and Q) provide distinctive silhouettes that can become focal points in headings.