Serif Normal Haboh 1 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, headlines, magazines, invitations, branding, elegant, fashion, literary, refined, dramatic, elegance, luxury, expressive italic, editorial tone, classic refinement, hairline serifs, calligraphic, bracketed, diagonal stress, tapered strokes.
A sharply slanted serif italic with extremely pronounced thick–thin modulation and a distinctly calligraphic stroke rhythm. Hairline entry and exit strokes and fine, bracketed serifs contrast with broad, swelling main stems, creating a crisp, high-end texture in text. Counters are relatively open for such a delicate style, while the overall construction favors flowing diagonals and tapered terminals; capitals read poised and formal, and the figures share the same italic, high-contrast logic with elegant curves and thin joins.
Best suited to editorial display, magazine typography, and high-end branding where the crisp contrast can be appreciated. It also fits invitations and formal announcements, and works well for short passages, pull quotes, and titling where an elegant italic voice is desired.
The tone is polished and luxurious, with a dramatic, fashion-forward sheen. It feels classic and cultivated rather than casual, conveying sophistication and a slightly theatrical flourish through its sharp hairlines and sweeping italic movement.
The design appears intended to deliver a formal italic with unmistakable contrast and a refined, calligraphic finish, emphasizing grace and motion over neutrality. Its letterforms prioritize stylish, premium presentation, making it a natural companion for sophisticated layouts and display-led typography.
The italic angle is assertive, and many letters use long, slender terminals that give words a lively, forward momentum. In the text sample, the thin hairlines and sharp joins create a sparkling texture that rewards generous sizing and careful reproduction, especially in lighter printing conditions.