Serif Normal Ikdah 9 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, books, magazines, literary, branding, elegant, refined, classical, formal, text setting, editorial tone, classic refinement, reading comfort, formal voice, hairline serifs, bracketed serifs, calligraphic stress, open counters, tapered terminals.
This serif design shows crisp, bracketed serifs and pronounced stroke modulation, with thin hairlines and stronger vertical stems creating a distinctly calligraphic, transitional rhythm. Curves are smooth and controlled, with open counters and generous interior space that keeps letterforms from feeling cramped. Terminals are tapered and clean, and the overall silhouette balances sharp details with softly rounded bowls, producing a polished, bookish texture in paragraphs.
Well-suited to editorial typography such as magazines, book interiors, essays, and long-form articles where a refined serif texture is desired. It also fits upscale branding, invitations, and headlines that benefit from high-contrast detailing, especially at medium to larger sizes where the hairlines and serifs can show clearly.
The font conveys a poised, editorial tone—classic and cultivated rather than decorative. Its contrast and fine detailing feel at home in contexts that aim for sophistication and tradition, with a calm, confident voice suited to reading and formal messaging.
The design appears intended as a contemporary take on a classic text serif, prioritizing a refined reading color and traditional typographic cues while keeping forms clean and controlled for modern layout work.
Capital forms present a stately presence with careful symmetry, while the lowercase maintains a steady cadence and clear differentiation between similar shapes. Numerals appear proportionate and text-friendly, matching the serif detailing and contrast to integrate smoothly in running text.