Serif Normal Fogof 10 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book design, editorial, headlines, pull quotes, branding, classic, literary, authoritative, formal, editorial tone, classic italic, refined contrast, print emphasis, bracketed serifs, pointed terminals, curved serifs, diagonal stress, tight joins.
A slanted serif with crisp, bracketed serifs and pronounced thick–thin modulation that gives the letters a sharp, engraved feel. Curves show a clear diagonal stress, with compact bowls and slightly narrowed counters that keep the rhythm dense and energetic. Terminals tend toward pointed, wedge-like finishes, and the overall construction balances sturdy main strokes with fine hairlines, especially visible in rounded forms and the numerals. The italic angle is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, producing a unified, forward-leaning texture in text.
Well-suited to editorial layouts, book and magazine typography, and other long-form contexts where a classic italic serif texture is desirable. It also performs strongly in headlines, subheads, and pull quotes where the high contrast and sharp serifs can create emphasis and a refined, literary atmosphere.
The font reads as traditional and editorial, with a confident, slightly dramatic tone. Its sharp contrast and slanted posture evoke classical book typography and formal publishing, lending an assertive voice that feels suited to serious, crafted messaging rather than casual UI copy.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, publish-ready serif italic with heightened contrast and crisp detailing—aiming for a polished, authoritative texture that feels rooted in classical print traditions while remaining impactful at display sizes.
Capitals carry strong presence through broad verticals and crisp serifs, while the lowercase maintains a steady, readable cadence despite the high contrast. Numerals follow the same calligraphic logic, with angled strokes and pointed entry/exit details that match the letterforms and keep figures visually integrated in running text.