Serif Normal Ekkim 9 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, books, magazines, invitations, branding, literary, refined, classic, graceful, text italic, classic tone, editorial voice, elegant emphasis, calligraphic, bracketed, oldstyle, flowing, crisp.
A slanted serif with a distinctly calligraphic, oldstyle skeleton and bracketed wedge-like serifs. Strokes show subtle modulation, with tapered terminals and smooth, continuous curves that keep the rhythm lively without feeling sharp or brittle. Capitals are open and slightly wide with elegant diagonals, while lowercase forms lean more fluidly, featuring long extenders and a gently cursive feel. Numerals follow the same angled, tapered construction and appear designed to blend comfortably in text.
Well suited to editorial typography where an italic is used for emphasis, leads, pull quotes, or short passages with a refined tone. It also fits book typography, literary and cultural magazines, and formal materials such as invitations or certificates. For branding, it works best in wordmarks or supporting text where a classic, cultivated voice is desired.
The font conveys a poised, bookish elegance—formal enough for traditional settings, yet warm and personable due to its handwritten-leaning motion. Its italic voice feels expressive and articulate, suggesting classic publishing and cultured branding rather than loud display.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif italic with a traditional, humanist influence—prioritizing readable paragraph texture while adding a graceful, calligraphic lilt for emphasis and sophistication.
Across the sample text, spacing and letterfit read even, giving paragraphs a smooth, forward-moving texture. The overall color stays consistent, with details like the rounded joins and tapered ends helping maintain clarity while preserving an ornamental, humanist character.