Serif Normal Anlab 4 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, branding, packaging, posters, editorial, elegant, fashion, dramatic, classic, editorial impact, luxury tone, display emphasis, italic expression, didone-like, hairline, bracketed, crisp, calligraphic.
A high-contrast italic serif with sharp hairlines and weighty main strokes, creating a crisp, glossy texture on the page. Serifs are fine and pointed with a mix of subtle bracketing and wedge-like terminals, and curves show a refined, slightly calligraphic modulation. The italic slant is assertive, with compact joins and tapered entry/exit strokes that keep counters open while giving letters a sculpted, chiseled feel. Uppercase forms feel stately and stable, while the lowercase has lively movement and strong stroke contrast that reads best at display sizes.
Well suited to headlines, pull quotes, mastheads, and other editorial display settings where contrast and slant can shine. It also fits branding for luxury, beauty, or cultural products, and can add polish to packaging and poster typography when set with generous tracking and line spacing.
The overall tone is upscale and editorial, with a dramatic, fashion-forward sparkle typical of modern high-contrast serifs. It suggests sophistication and ceremony while the energetic italic adds momentum and a hint of theatrical flair.
Likely designed to deliver a modern, high-fashion serif look with pronounced contrast and an emphatic italic stance, aiming for impact and refinement rather than utilitarian body-text neutrality.
The numerals follow the same contrast pattern, with thin connecting strokes and bold curves that create a rhythmic, alternating light–dark pattern. In longer sample text, the strong slant and hairline details create an elegant but attention-seeking voice, making spacing and size choices important for comfortable reading.