Outline Tihu 4 is a very light, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, logotypes, packaging, posters, magazine titles, art deco, elegant, airy, editorial, refined, display elegance, decorative outline, fashion branding, title emphasis, monoline, inline, geometric, high-waisted, crisp.
A delicate outline serif with monoline contours and generous interior space. The letterforms are tall and compact, with small, sharp serifs and clean, continuous curves that stay consistent in stroke presence because only the perimeter is drawn. Bowls and rounds read smoothly (notably in O/Q and numerals), while verticals create a neat, columnar rhythm. The overall drawing feels precise and even, with a slightly geometric polish and restrained classical proportions.
Well-suited to display typography such as headlines, magazine mastheads, invitations, packaging, and branding where a refined outline look is desired. It can also work for short pull quotes or section titles, especially at larger sizes where the interior space and contour detail remain crisp.
The font conveys a light, upscale tone—ornamental without becoming florid. Its airy outlines suggest sophistication and a fashion/editorial sensibility, with an Art Deco–adjacent crispness that feels poised and curated rather than loud.
The design appears intended to deliver an elegant outline serif for display use—prioritizing lightness, stylish rhythm, and a decorative contour effect over dense text readability. Its consistent outline drawing and tall proportions aim to create a distinctive, premium feel in titles and branding.
Because the design relies on open counters and thin outline contours, it performs best when given room to breathe; tight tracking, small sizes, or low-contrast backgrounds may reduce clarity. Numerals and capitals have a display-like presence, and the outlines create a distinctive “engraved” impression in larger settings.