Serif Normal Furih 5 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, headlines, invitations, classic, literary, refined, warm, emphasis, elegance, tradition, readability, expressiveness, bracketed, calligraphic, dynamic, open, crisp.
A high-contrast italic serif with sharply tapered serifs and a lively, calligraphic stroke modulation. The forms lean decisively with smooth, sweeping joins and pronounced entry/exit strokes, giving the letters a fluid rhythm. Uppercase characters feel formal and slightly condensed in their internal spaces, while the lowercase shows more movement, with rounded bowls, angled terminals, and clear differentiation between thick stems and hairline cross strokes. Numerals follow the same contrasting logic with crisp curves and delicate tapering, maintaining an elegant, continuous texture in text.
It suits editorial design, literary or cultural layouts, and book typography where an italic voice is needed for emphasis, quotations, or lead-ins. The crisp contrast and lively italics also work well for refined headlines, pull quotes, and formal materials such as invitations or programs.
The overall tone is traditional and cultivated, evoking book typography and classic editorial settings. Its energetic italics and bright contrast add sophistication and a hint of drama, making the voice feel articulate and expressive rather than neutral.
The design appears intended to provide a classic italic serif with strong typographic color and a distinctly calligraphic cadence, balancing readability with expressive movement. It aims to deliver a polished, traditional feel while adding visual energy through contrast and sweeping italic forms.
In running text, the strong diagonal stress and sharp serifs create a pronounced forward momentum. The design’s hairlines and fine terminals read as precise and elegant, favoring clean reproduction and attentive typesetting where its contrast can remain clear.