Serif Normal Symow 13 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, quotations, pull quotes, literary, classic, formal, refined, text emphasis, editorial voice, classic warmth, readability, bracketed, calligraphic, oldstyle, transitional, angled terminals.
This typeface is a slanted serif with moderate stroke contrast and firmly bracketed serifs. Letterforms show calligraphic influence through angled stress, tapered joins, and wedge-like terminals, while maintaining a steady text rhythm. Proportions feel traditionally bookish with compact counters and a slightly flowing baseline effect created by the consistent italic angle. Numerals align with the same serifed, moderately contrasty construction, giving a cohesive, print-oriented texture.
It is well suited to continuous reading in books and long-form editorial layouts where an italic voice is needed for emphasis, quotations, or commentary. The balanced contrast and conventional serif details also make it a strong choice for magazine features, academic or literary excerpts, and other print-leaning typography that benefits from a refined, classical italic texture.
The overall tone is classic and literary, with a formal, editorial voice. Its italic stance and crisp serifs convey sophistication and authority, reading as established rather than trendy. The texture feels polished and traditional, suitable for content that benefits from a cultured, composed presence.
The design appears intended as a dependable, classic italic companion for text typography—expressive enough to differentiate emphasis, but restrained enough to keep paragraphs coherent and comfortable. Its calligraphic cues and traditional serif structure suggest a focus on elegance and readability in editorial settings.
The italic construction is continuous across capitals and lowercase, producing a unified, forward-moving cadence. Serifs are not overly sharp or exaggerated, and the contrast stays controlled, supporting consistent color in paragraphs. Lowercase forms appear relatively compact, with clear, traditional shapes that prioritize familiarity over display eccentricity.