Serif Normal Synos 7 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, literature, quotations, classic, literary, refined, formal, scholarly, text italic, classic elegance, editorial emphasis, literary tone, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, crisp, angled stress, bookish.
A high-contrast italic serif with crisp, tapered strokes and bracketed serifs. The letterforms show a pronounced rightward slant and an angled stress that gives rounds an elegant, calligraphic modulation. Terminals are sharp and well-defined, with compact joins and a lively rhythm that alternates thick stems and hairline links. Capitals feel stately and slightly narrow in posture, while the lowercase maintains a measured x-height with clear ascenders and descenders; figures align with the same italic, high-contrast logic.
Well-suited for book and magazine typography where an italic is needed for emphasis, titles within text, pull quotes, or introductory matter. It also fits formal invitations or academic settings when a classic, authoritative italic voice is desired, and can serve as a refined display italic at larger sizes.
The overall tone is traditional and cultivated, evoking editorial typography and formal print. Its italic movement reads expressive without becoming flamboyant, suggesting seriousness, tact, and a touch of old-world refinement.
The font appears designed as a conventional, print-oriented italic serif that prioritizes elegance, contrast, and a classic reading rhythm. Its construction suggests an aim to deliver a dependable italic companion for editorial text, offering clear emphasis and a polished, traditional character.
The design maintains a consistent, disciplined slant across letters and numerals, with neatly controlled hairlines that create a bright, sparkling texture in text. Spacing appears even in running copy, supporting a smooth reading flow while still emphasizing the italic’s dynamic stroke contrast.