Serif Other Idra 9 is a bold, narrow, very high contrast, italic, tall x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, invitations, packaging, dramatic, baroque, theatrical, romantic, vintage, attention, elegance, expressiveness, vintage flair, ornamentation, swashy, flared, calligraphic, display, ornate.
A decorative serif with a pronounced rightward slant and sharp thick–thin modulation that reads like a brush- or pen-influenced construction. Strokes taper into pointed terminals and small wedge-like serifs, with frequent teardrop/ball forms at ends and in counters that create a distinctive “inked” sparkle. The silhouette is compact and vertical, but enlivened by asymmetry and occasional swash-like hooks, especially in capitals and numerals. Curves are tightly tensioned and joins are crisp, producing an energetic rhythm with noticeable internal contrast and lively negative spaces.
Best suited to display typography where its ornate terminals and contrast can be appreciated—posters, editorial headlines, branding marks, event materials, invitations, and expressive packaging. It can work for short passages or pull quotes when generous size and spacing are available, but it is primarily optimized for impactful, attention-grabbing settings.
The overall tone is dramatic and theatrical, with a vintage, slightly baroque elegance. Its swashy terminals and high-contrast shimmer give it a romantic, headline-forward presence that feels ceremonial and attention-seeking rather than restrained or utilitarian.
The design intent appears to be a high-impact serif that fuses classic italic calligraphic cues with decorative, teardrop-like terminals to create a distinctive signature look. It prioritizes personality and visual rhythm over neutrality, aiming to deliver instant recognition in titles and branding.
In text settings the strong diagonal stress and frequent terminal balls create a distinctive texture that can appear busy at smaller sizes, while larger sizes emphasize the sculptural forms and decorative punctuation-like details at stroke ends. Numerals echo the same flourished logic, with curled entry/exit strokes that reinforce the display character.