Serif Other Fubu 13 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, branding, packaging, fashion, luxury, dramatic, refined, display elegance, premium branding, editorial impact, stylistic flair, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, calligraphic, sculpted, high-contrast.
This is a high-contrast serif with razor-thin hairlines against strong vertical stems and crisp, tapered serifs. The letterforms feel sculpted rather than purely geometric, with pointed wedge-like terminals and occasional curved, flicked finishes that suggest a calligraphic influence. Uppercase proportions are elegant and narrow-leaning with generous internal space, while lowercase forms keep a moderate x-height and feature distinctive, stylized details (notably in curved letters and the finials on letters like a, g, y). Numerals follow the same dramatic contrast, showing sharp hooks and thin entry strokes that read as display-oriented at larger sizes.
Well suited to magazine mastheads, editorial headlines, and high-end branding where dramatic contrast can be showcased. It can also work for product packaging and invitations that benefit from refined, stylish typography, especially when set at larger sizes with ample tracking.
The overall tone is polished and theatrical, delivering a fashion-forward, boutique luxury feel. Its sharp contrasts and ornamental terminals create a sense of sophistication with a slightly exotic, headline-driven energy rather than a quiet, bookish mood.
The design appears intended as a modern display serif that emphasizes elegance through extreme stroke contrast and sharpened, decorative terminals. Its goal is to deliver a distinctive, premium voice with strong visual presence and a couture-like finish.
In text settings the thin strokes and delicate serifs create sparkle and rhythm, but the design’s pronounced contrast and fine details make it most comfortable when given space, size, and clean reproduction. The rhythm is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, reinforcing a cohesive, stylized identity.