Serif Normal Altu 8 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, branding, invitations, elegant, fashion, classic, refined, elegance, emphasis, luxury, editorial voice, display typography, didone-like, hairline serifs, pointed terminals, steep slant, calligraphic stress.
A high-contrast italic serif with sharp, hairline serifs and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Strokes show a strong diagonal stress and a steady, steep slant, producing a brisk rightward rhythm. Serifs are crisp and tapered, with pointed terminals and occasional teardrop-like finishing on curves; joins are smooth and the counters stay relatively open despite the dramatic contrast. Proportions feel slightly narrow in capitals with lively, varying letter widths across the alphabet, while the lowercase keeps a conventional, readable structure and a moderate x-height.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and other prominent editorial applications where contrast and slant can shine. It also fits luxury branding, packaging, and formal invitations, especially at medium to large sizes where the hairlines remain clear.
The overall tone is polished and upscale, with a distinctly editorial and fashion-oriented sophistication. Its sharp contrast and energetic italic movement read as confident and expressive rather than purely utilitarian, lending a sense of luxury and formality.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic, high-fashion italic voice: dramatic contrast, crisp detailing, and a fluent reading rhythm for expressive display typography while retaining familiar serif letterforms.
The numerals and punctuation inherit the same razor-thin hairlines and weighty main strokes, giving figures a stylish, display-forward presence. The slanted forms maintain consistent cadence across mixed-case settings, making the texture feel dynamic and curated.