Serif Normal Famo 1 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, branding, packaging, elegant, fashion, classic, dramatic, refinement, emphasis, luxury, display impact, classic modernity, calligraphic, bracketed serifs, flared terminals, crisp, refined.
A high-contrast italic serif with a calligraphic, right-leaning construction and crisp hairlines set against substantial main strokes. Serifs are bracketed and often sharpen into wedge-like, flared terminals, giving the outlines a cut, sculpted finish rather than rounded softness. Counters are relatively open and the rhythm is energetic, with noticeable stroke modulation through curves and diagonals; rounded letters show tapered entry/exit strokes and a lively baseline. Numerals and capitals carry the same sharp contrast and italic momentum, producing a cohesive, display-friendly texture at larger sizes.
This style is well suited to headlines, pull quotes, and magazine-style typography where sharp contrast and italic energy can be showcased. It can also support branding and packaging that aim for a refined, premium impression, especially in short lines or titles where the sculpted terminals and modulation remain crisp.
The overall tone is polished and dramatic, evoking classic print sophistication with a fashion/editorial edge. Its pronounced contrast and sweeping italic movement feel expressive and upscale, suitable for situations where elegance and emphasis are desirable.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional italic serif voice with heightened contrast and a more theatrical, display-oriented presence. It balances classical proportions with assertive tapering and sharp finishing details to create a distinctive, high-end typographic color.
The italic angle is consistent across cases, and several lowercase forms show distinctive calligraphic joins and terminals that create a slightly cursive flow without becoming a connecting script. Spacing appears generous in the samples, helping the strong contrast read cleanly in headline settings.