Serif Normal Abret 1 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book covers, headlines, luxury branding, invitations, elegant, refined, literary, modern classic, refined text, display elegance, editorial polish, classic authority, hairline serifs, tapered terminals, bracketed serifs, sharp joins, calligraphic stress.
This serif shows a crisp, high-contrast build with very thin hairlines and sturdy main stems, creating a polished, print-like texture. Serifs are fine and pointed with subtle bracketing, and many terminals taper into sharp, wedge-like finishes that keep the forms lively rather than blunt. Proportions feel balanced and moderately narrow in the bowls, with smooth curves and a consistent vertical rhythm in text. Numerals and capitals share the same disciplined contrast and clean alignment, giving headings a composed, formal silhouette.
Well suited to editorial layouts, feature headlines, and book cover typography where contrast and refinement are assets. It also fits premium brand identities and formal collateral such as invitations or certificates, especially when used at display or larger text sizes where the hairlines remain clear.
The overall tone is poised and cultured, with the kind of sheen associated with magazines, book typography, and luxury branding. Its sharp hairlines and tapered details lend a sense of precision and sophistication, while the conventional construction keeps it familiar and readable.
The design appears intended as a contemporary, high-contrast text and display serif that prioritizes elegance and typographic polish. It aims to provide a traditional reading posture with sharpened, fashion-forward detailing for modern editorial and brand use.
The italic is not shown; all samples appear upright. In the text setting, spacing looks even and the contrast creates a bright, elegant page color at larger sizes, while the finest strokes suggest it will look best when given adequate size and reproduction quality.