Serif Normal Anbem 3 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Black Svane' by XdCreative (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazine, posters, branding, packaging, dramatic, editorial, classic, fashion, refined, display impact, elegant emphasis, editorial voice, luxury styling, didone-like, bracketed, calligraphic, slanted, crisp.
A high-contrast serif with a pronounced rightward slant and sculpted, calligraphy-informed curves. Thick vertical stems pair with hairline connections and sharp, tapering terminals, producing a crisp rhythm and strong black/white interplay. Serifs are fine and pointed with subtle bracketing rather than slab-like weight, and counters are compact and tightly shaped, especially in the lowercase. The overall color is dense and emphatic, with lively stroke modulation that stays consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures.
Best suited to display work where contrast and slant can be appreciated: headlines, pull quotes, mastheads, and brand marks. It can also work for short subheads and packaging copy when set with generous spacing and kept above small text sizes.
The font conveys a theatrical, upscale tone—equal parts classic and attention-grabbing. Its steep italic energy and glossy contrast feel suited to fashion and magazine typography, suggesting elegance with a confident, promotional edge.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, fashion-forward take on high-contrast serif italics—prioritizing impact, elegance, and motion over neutral text economy. Its forms aim to create sparkle and hierarchy in editorial and branding contexts.
The italic construction is assertive: entry/exit strokes and terminals are sharply cut, and several forms show pronounced wedge-like finishing that amplifies sparkle at display sizes. Numerals follow the same high-contrast, stylized logic, reading as more expressive than purely utilitarian.