Serif Normal Tunos 1 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: magazines, headlines, fashion, luxury branding, book titles, editorial, refined, dramatic, classical, display elegance, editorial voice, luxury feel, dramatic emphasis, classic revival, hairline serifs, calligraphic, tapered, sharp, elegant.
A high-contrast serif italic with razor-thin hairlines, heavy shaded strokes, and crisp, tapered serifs. The forms are narrow and energetic, with pronounced diagonal stress and smooth, calligraphic curves that tighten into sharp terminals. Capitals feel stately and sculpted, while the lowercase shows a lively rhythm with angled joins and a distinctly slanted, flowing texture. Numerals and punctuation match the same fine hairline detailing and refined, chiseled finishing.
Best suited to display typography where its contrast and fine detailing can be appreciated—magazine features, section openers, book or film titles, and premium brand touchpoints such as packaging, invitations, and campaign typography. It can also work for short editorial subheads or pull quotes when ample size and spacing preserve the delicate strokes.
The overall tone is polished and luxurious, with a distinctly editorial elegance. Its dramatic contrast and steep slant create a sense of motion and sophistication, leaning toward fashion and high-end cultural contexts rather than utilitarian text setting.
The font appears designed to deliver a contemporary take on a classic high-contrast italic, emphasizing elegance, speed, and crisp refinement. Its proportions and sharp finishing suggest an intention to create striking, upscale typography that reads as both traditional and fashion-forward.
The design relies on delicate hairlines and pointed details, producing a sparkling page color at larger sizes but a more fragile feel as sizes shrink. The italic construction is assertive, and the tight internal spaces and sharp finishing give it a precise, high-style presence.