Serif Normal Ibbud 12 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literature, invitations, literary, refined, traditional, formal, text setting, classic tone, formal voice, print refinement, bracketed, hairline, crisp, bookish, calligraphic.
This serif shows pronounced stroke modulation with fine hairlines, weighty verticals, and crisp, bracketed serifs. Curves are smooth and fairly generous, giving round letters like C, O, and Q a steady, classical rhythm, while joins and terminals stay sharp and controlled. Proportions feel balanced and text-oriented, with a moderate cap height, a conventional x-height, and clear differentiation between straight-sided forms (H, N) and more calligraphic ones (a, e, g). Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, mixing sturdy stems with delicate linking strokes and open counters for readability.
It fits comfortably in editorial and book typography, especially for body copy and chapter openings where a classical serif texture is desired. It also works well for formal collateral—programs, invitations, and institutional communications—where a refined, traditional tone is appropriate.
The overall tone is composed and cultivated, leaning toward a classic “book page” sensibility. It reads as serious and polished rather than playful, with an understated elegance that suits long-form reading and formal presentation.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast serif for polished reading environments, combining classical proportions with crisp detailing. Its balance of sturdy main strokes and delicate hairlines aims to deliver a sophisticated typographic color for both continuous text and larger setting.
Details like the narrow hairlines, tapered diagonals (notably in V/W/X), and neatly cupped serifs create a lively texture at display sizes without becoming fussy. In paragraph setting, the consistent contrast and open counters help maintain clarity while still projecting a distinctly traditional voice.