Serif Normal Synem 7 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, literary, invitations, classic, formal, refined, readability, elegance, tradition, editorial tone, italic emphasis, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, dignified, oldstyle.
A slanted serif with pronounced thick–thin contrast and sharp, tapered serifs that read as delicately bracketed rather than slabby. The letterforms show a calligraphic rhythm: flowing joins, angled stress in rounded characters, and energetic diagonals, with compact, slightly modulated curves and crisp terminals. Uppercase forms feel steady and traditional, while the lowercase introduces more movement through lively bowls, a single-storey “g,” and a gently sweeping italic construction. Numerals follow the same contrasty logic with clear, open counters and a print-oriented, text-like cadence.
Well suited to editorial typography such as magazines, essays, and book interiors where a classic italic serif texture is desired. It can also work effectively for pull quotes, subheads, and formal collateral like invitations or programs, where its contrast and slant add sophistication while remaining readable.
The overall tone is classic and cultivated, with an editorial polish that suggests tradition and authority. Its italic voice feels expressive without becoming decorative, lending a literary, slightly dramatic flavor suited to refined communication.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional text-serif foundation with a distinctly italic, calligraphic energy—balancing traditional proportions with a crisp, high-contrast finish for polished reading and display accents.
The slant and contrast create strong word-shape and emphasize horizontal flow, especially in mixed-case settings. Spacing appears comfortable for continuous reading, and the sharper serifs and narrow entry/exit strokes reward good reproduction quality, where fine details can remain crisp.