Serif Normal Afnab 4 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: magazines, headlines, branding, packaging, posters, editorial, fashion, luxury, refined, dramatic, editorial elegance, premium branding, display refinement, classic revival, hairline serifs, vertical stress, crisp, sharp, sculpted.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation, hairline connections, and crisp, finely cut serifs. The overall rhythm is vertical and poised, with relatively narrow joins and ample internal counters that keep forms open despite the dramatic contrast. Curves show a smooth, polished finish, while terminals and serifs tend toward sharp, wedge-like points rather than blunt endings, giving the design a precise, sculpted feel.
Best suited to display roles such as magazine titles, pull quotes, headlines, and luxury-oriented branding where the sharp serifs and strong contrast can read as intentional detail. It can also work for short-to-medium passages in controlled print or high-resolution digital settings, especially when paired with generous leading and sizing that preserves the delicate hairlines.
The tone is elegant and editorial, projecting sophistication and a sense of high-end polish. Its dramatic contrast and sharp detailing add a fashion-forward, slightly theatrical character that feels formal and curated rather than casual.
The design appears aimed at a classic, conventional serif voice refined for contemporary editorial and brand use, emphasizing elegance through extreme contrast and carefully shaped serifs. It prioritizes a clean, sophisticated silhouette and a striking typographic color for prominent settings.
In the text sample, the contrast and fine hairlines become a prominent part of the texture, producing a bright, high-fashion page color at larger sizes. The figures and capitals carry a display-like presence, while the lowercase remains relatively traditional in structure, balancing classic bookish cues with a more glamorous finish.