Serif Normal Tuban 9 is a light, narrow, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, headlines, fashion, luxury, invitations, refined, dramatic, elegant, elegance, display impact, editorial voice, luxury tone, didone-like, hairline serifs, calligraphic, crisp, high-waisted.
A sharply drawn italic serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, hairline serifs. Forms are compact and tall with a flowing rightward slant, combining smooth, almost circular bowls with needle-fine joins and terminals. Capitals feel stately and sculpted, while the lowercase shows energetic cursive logic—single-storey a and g, a looped f, and long, tapering descenders—creating a lively, sparkling texture. Numerals follow the same display-minded contrast, with elegant curves and fine finishing strokes.
Well suited to magazine headlines, pull quotes, and elegant display typography where the italic voice can lead. It also fits luxury branding touchpoints—packaging, lookbooks, and event materials—especially when set with generous tracking and comfortable line spacing to preserve its fine details.
The overall tone is polished and high-fashion, with a dramatic, glossy sheen that reads as premium and curated. Its rhythm feels poised and expressive rather than neutral, giving text a sense of ceremony and sophistication.
The design appears intended as a contemporary, high-contrast italic serif for expressive display use, emphasizing elegance, speed, and a refined print-like finish. Its construction prioritizes visual drama and sophistication over everyday neutrality.
The extreme contrast and delicate hairlines create a bright, shimmering page color at larger sizes, but the thin strokes and tight inner counters suggest it will be most comfortable where printing/rendering conditions are controlled. The italic construction is consistent across cases, giving headings and mixed-case settings a unified, graceful motion.