Serif Other Sufi 12 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Syabil' by Eko Bimantara (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial design, book typography, magazine headlines, brand wordmarks, invitations, editorial, classical, bookish, refined, stately, classic revival, formal voice, display refinement, text readability, bracketed, crisp, calligraphic, transitional, sharp.
A high-contrast serif with crisp, bracketed serifs and a distinctly calligraphic modulation. Curves are smooth and full, while joins and terminals are cut with sharp, wedge-like finishes that keep the silhouettes clean at display sizes. Proportions lean slightly narrow-to-moderate with clear vertical emphasis, and round letters (C, O, Q) show a controlled, elliptical feel. The lowercase is compact and sturdy with pronounced serifs and a two-storey a; the figures are lining with strong contrast and open counters, giving numerals a formal, text-ready rhythm.
Well suited to editorial layouts, book and long-form typography, and magazine typography where contrast and serif detail are desirable. It also works effectively for formal stationery, invitations, and brand wordmarks that want a classic, authoritative voice.
The overall tone is traditional and editorial, suggesting printed literature, formal publishing, and classic branding. Its sharp terminals and confident contrast add a slightly dramatic, authoritative flavor without feeling ornate or whimsical.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif reading texture with heightened contrast and crisp terminals for added sophistication at headline and display sizes, while remaining composed and structured enough for extended text.
The sample text shows strong word-shape definition and consistent stroke rhythm across long passages, with punctuation and the ampersand reading clearly at larger sizes. The Q’s long, sweeping tail and the wedge-ended diagonals (notably in V/W/X/Y) contribute to a distinctive, slightly theatrical profile.