Serif Normal Kirij 18 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine design, book covers, branding, elegant, classical, refined, high-fashion, luxury tone, editorial voice, classic revival, display clarity, refined contrast, didone-like, hairline serifs, vertical stress, crisp, formal.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation, sharp hairline serifs, and largely vertical stress. The letterforms feel carefully drawn and polished, with smooth, round bowls (notably in O/Q) contrasted against taut, straight stems. Serifs are fine and pointed rather than bracketed, giving terminals a crisp, precise finish. Proportions lean toward a classic book-and-display balance: capitals are stately and wide enough to breathe, while lowercase forms stay compact and controlled with a moderate x-height and clear, open counters.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and other display typography where the high contrast and fine serifs can be appreciated. It also works well for editorial and book-cover contexts that benefit from a classic, upscale voice, and for brand identities seeking a polished, premium impression.
The overall tone is sophisticated and formal, with a distinctly editorial, luxury-leaning character. Its sharp contrast and clean detailing evoke fashion magazines, literature titles, and premium branding where elegance and authority are desired.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on classic high-contrast serif typography, prioritizing elegance, crispness, and a strong vertical cadence for editorial and branding applications.
In running text, the strong vertical rhythm and hairline detailing create a bright, shimmering texture, especially at larger sizes. The numerals share the same high-contrast logic and read as refined and traditional, pairing well with the uppercase in headline settings.