Serif Normal Iflim 9 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, headlines, classic, bookish, formal, refined, readability, tradition, editorial clarity, literary tone, versatility, bracketed, calligraphic, oldstyle, soft serifs, humanist.
A traditional serif with bracketed, gently tapered serifs and softly modulated strokes. The letterforms show a calligraphic underpinning: curves are round and open, joins feel smooth, and terminals often finish with subtle flare rather than hard cuts. Proportions lean slightly narrow in the caps with generous interior counters, while lowercase forms maintain an even, readable rhythm and a moderate x-height. Numerals and punctuation follow the same restrained, literary tone, with clear forms and consistent stroke behavior across the set.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, essays, and editorial layouts where an even text color and familiar serif structure aid comfort. It can also serve for refined headlines and subheads in magazines or reports, and for understated branding that benefits from a classical, literary voice.
The overall tone is classic and composed, with a distinctly editorial, book-oriented character. It feels traditional without being stiff, offering a quiet refinement that suggests established publishing and cultured branding rather than loud display.
The design appears intended as a conventional, highly readable serif that evokes established book typography, balancing traditional proportions with smooth, contemporary drawing. Its restrained contrast and bracketed serifs prioritize clarity and an even rhythm for text-forward use.
Capitals present clean, balanced silhouettes (notably the round letters) and a measured presence suitable for headings, while the lowercase maintains a steady texture for continuous reading. The design avoids exaggerated quirks, relying instead on subtle modulation and careful spacing to create a polished page color.