Serif Normal Ifrak 5 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Skema Pro' by Mint Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, book layout, editorial, academic, branding, classic, literary, formal, scholarly, trustworthy, readability, tradition, editorial tone, timelessness, professionalism, bracketed serifs, oldstyle feel, calligraphic, organic, warm.
This is a conventional serif with bracketed, softly tapered serifs and moderate stroke modulation. The outlines feel gently calligraphic rather than rigid: curves are round and open, joins are smooth, and terminals often finish with subtle teardrop-like shaping. Proportions are balanced with a steady rhythm across text, while capitals read stately and slightly wide with generous counters. Lowercase shows a traditional, readable structure with a two‑storey “g,” a compact “e,” and a modest, well-defined “a,” creating an even, bookish texture in continuous setting.
It suits extended reading in books, essays, and editorial design where a calm, traditional serif is desired. It also works well for academic or institutional materials, reports, and tasteful brand identities that need a reliable, established tone.
The overall tone is classic and literary, with an understated formality that suggests printed pages, editorial craft, and institutional credibility. Its soft bracketing and organic modulation keep it from feeling cold or overly mechanistic, lending a warm, familiar voice suited to long-form reading.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose text serif: conservative in structure, optimized for consistent paragraph color, and expressive enough in its modulation and serifs to convey heritage without becoming decorative.
Figures appear traditional and text-oriented, with clear differentiation and restrained detailing that keeps them consistent with the letterforms. Spacing and color in the sample paragraph look even, supporting comfortable reading without calling attention to individual shapes.