Serif Normal Sidom 13 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, headlines, fashion, branding, invitations, elegant, refined, classic, fashion-forward, luxury tone, display emphasis, editorial voice, italic elegance, didone-like, hairline serifs, tapered terminals, slanted stress, airy spacing.
A high-contrast italic serif with crisp hairlines and pronounced thick–thin modulation. The letterforms show a right-leaning calligraphic axis, sharp wedge and hairline serifs, and tapered terminals that create a bright, shimmering texture. Proportions feel slightly condensed in places with lively width variation across capitals and lowercase, and the rhythm is driven by strong vertical stems contrasted by delicate joining strokes. Numerals and punctuation follow the same elegant, razor-edged detailing, emphasizing finesse over sturdiness at small sizes.
Well suited to magazine typography, headlines, pull quotes, and other display applications where high contrast can be appreciated. It can also support premium branding, packaging, and invitation work, especially when paired with a more restrained roman for longer passages.
The overall tone is sophisticated and luxurious, with a distinctly editorial polish. Its dramatic contrast and italic energy read as stylish and expressive rather than utilitarian, evoking high-end print and fashion-led branding.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-fashion take on classic italic serif conventions, prioritizing contrast, sharpness, and graceful movement. Its shapes aim to create an upscale, expressive voice for display-led typography.
The italic construction is consistent across the set, with many forms featuring sharp entry/exit strokes and pointed, calligraphic terminals that heighten the sense of speed. The light hairlines and tight joins suggest it will look best with sufficient size and printing/screen conditions that preserve fine detail.