Serif Normal Linak 9 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, headlines, magazines, branding, invitations, elegant, classic, fashion, dramatic, refinement, editorial voice, luxury tone, classic authority, hairline serifs, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, scotch-like, refined.
A high-contrast serif with crisp, tapered hairlines and strong vertical stems. Serifs are fine and generally bracketed, with a polished, print-oriented rhythm and sharply defined joins. The capitals feel stately and open, while the lowercase shows round, full bowls and a compact, controlled texture; the two-storey a and g, teardrop/ball-like terminals, and a pronounced italic-style ear on g add sophistication. Numerals align with the same contrast model, mixing sturdy main strokes with delicate cross strokes and terminals for a cohesive, formal color on the page.
This design performs best in display and editorial contexts such as magazine typography, headlines, pull quotes, and brand wordmarks where its contrast and sharp detailing can be appreciated. It can also support formal collateral like invitations or packaging when printed or rendered at sizes that preserve the hairline strokes.
The overall tone is refined and editorial, projecting luxury and tradition with a slightly dramatic, high-fashion edge. It reads as confident and authoritative, suited to settings where polish and contrast are part of the voice.
The font appears intended to deliver a modern take on a classic, high-contrast book and editorial serif—prioritizing elegance, sharpness, and typographic presence for refined communication.
In text, the strong thick–thin modulation creates a lively sparkle, especially in larger sizes, while the fine serifs and hairlines reward clean reproduction. Pointed apexes and crisp terminals give the letterforms a precise, engraved feel without becoming ornamental.