Serif Other Ilbow 4 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, literary titles, packaging, classic, bookish, formal, literary, traditional, classic text, editorial voice, refined display, traditional print, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, vertical stress, tapered strokes, crisp terminals.
This is a serif text face with pronounced, bracketed serifs and a relatively compact, narrow build. Strokes show moderate contrast with a largely vertical stress and gently tapered joins, giving letters a subtly calligraphic feel without becoming cursive. Capitals are tall and stately with crisp wedge-like finishing on many terminals, while lowercase forms keep a steady rhythm and clear counters. Overall spacing and color feel even in running text, with small, sharp details (notably in S, J, and the diagonals of W) adding a slightly decorative edge.
It suits editorial typography where a classic serif voice is desired, including magazines, essays, and long-form reading at comfortable sizes. The tall, narrow capitals and crisp detailing also make it effective for titles, chapter heads, and pulled quotes. It can lend a traditional, premium feel to labels and packaging when set with generous spacing.
The tone is traditional and literary, reminiscent of printed book typography and editorial settings. Its sharp serifs and dignified proportions read as formal and established, while the slightly stylized terminals add a refined, old-world character.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional serif reading experience with a slightly distinctive, sharpened finish. It balances conventional book-letter proportions and rhythm with more sculpted terminals to create a recognizable voice without sacrificing clarity.
The figure set appears lining and relatively tall, with traditional shapes and noticeable contrast between straight stems and rounded bowls. The ampersand is conventional and sturdy, matching the overall serif construction and reinforcing the classic text-oriented personality.