Serif Normal Ibbom 8 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academic, reports, classic, bookish, formal, trustworthy, readability, tradition, literary tone, editorial utility, formality, bracketed serifs, oldstyle influence, diagonal stress, round terminals, compact caps.
A conventional serif with bracketed, gently tapered serifs and moderate stroke modulation. The letterforms show an oldstyle-leaning construction with diagonal stress in the rounds, a relatively compact uppercase, and a steady rhythm in text. Curves are smooth and full, counters are open, and joins are softly modeled rather than sharply mechanical. Lowercase details such as the single-storey g, modest ascenders, and rounded, teardrop-like terminals contribute to a readable, traditional texture.
Well suited to body copy in books, magazines, and other editorial layouts where an even serif texture supports comfortable reading. It also fits institutional and academic materials such as reports, journals, and formal documents, and can serve effectively for headings when a traditional, reputable tone is desired.
The overall tone is classic and bookish, with an editorial seriousness that feels established and dependable. Its restrained contrast and familiar proportions convey formality without looking overly ornamental, giving it a calm, authoritative voice suited to long-form reading.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif that prioritizes readability and a familiar literary character. By balancing moderate modulation with softly bracketed serifs and classic proportions, it aims to deliver a stable, versatile typographic voice for extended reading contexts.
The numerals appear sturdy and traditional, matching the text color well, while capitals maintain a composed, slightly conservative presence. Terminals and serifs remain consistent across the set, creating an even color in paragraph settings and a clear hierarchy between upper- and lowercase.