Serif Normal Modej 9 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, posters, book covers, branding, editorial, formal, luxury, dramatic, classic, display impact, editorial tone, premium feel, classic refinement, didone, hairline, bracketed, sculpted, sharp.
A high-contrast serif with thick, weighty stems and very thin hairlines that create a crisp, shimmering rhythm. Serifs are sharp and refined, with a mix of straight terminals and subtly bracketed joins that keep the forms from feeling rigid. Counters are compact and tightly controlled, while the vertical stress and clean, upright construction give the letters a stately, engraved presence. The lowercase shows compact, sturdy bodies with delicate entry/exit strokes, and the numerals carry the same bold-and-hairline modulation for a cohesive, display-forward texture.
This face is well suited to headlines, magazine and newspaper display, book covers, and brand marks that need a confident, upscale tone. It also works for pull quotes and short editorial subheads where its contrast can add emphasis without relying on ornament.
The overall tone is elegant and authoritative, with a distinctly editorial, fashion-forward polish. Its dramatic contrast and crisp detailing suggest formality and premium branding rather than casual everyday text.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-contrast serif look that feels classic but distinctly polished for contemporary editorial and branding contexts. Its emphasis on strong verticals and hairline refinement prioritizes visual impact and elegance in display settings.
At larger sizes the hairlines read as precise and luxurious, and the spacing in the samples produces a dense, impactful color. The design’s contrast and fine details make it feel most comfortable when given room to breathe and printed or rendered with sufficient resolution.