Serif Normal Syrim 1 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, quotations, headlines, elegant, literary, formal, classical, emphasis, elegance, text setting, classic tone, hierarchy, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, refined, bookish.
A refined italic serif with pronounced stroke contrast and a right-leaning, calligraphic construction. Serifs are sharp and bracketed, with tapered entry and exit strokes that create crisp terminals and a lively rhythm. Uppercase forms stay relatively compact while maintaining strong vertical stress, and the lowercase shows flowing joins and carefully modulated curves that keep counters open. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic with slender stems and smooth, angled transitions, producing a cohesive, polished texture in text.
Well-suited for editorial typography, book interiors, and magazine layouts where an italic voice is needed for emphasis, citations, or refined subheads. It also performs nicely in elegant headlines, pull quotes, and formal invitations where a classic serif italic look is desired.
The overall tone feels classic and cultivated, with an editorial elegance associated with literature, academia, and formal print. Its italic energy adds a sense of motion and emphasis while remaining composed and traditional rather than flashy.
Likely designed to provide a conventional, high-contrast italic companion for serious text typography—balancing readability with a distinctly elegant, literary character for emphasis and hierarchy.
In running text the thin hairlines and sharp terminals contribute to a bright, shimmering page color, especially at larger sizes. The slanted forms and compact proportions support dense setting while retaining a distinctly italic cadence.