Serif Other Tono 9 is a regular weight, very narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, titles, theatrical, vintage, whimsical, elegant, dramatic, display impact, period flavor, space-saving, ornamental flair, compressed, hairline, flared, curlicued, ornate.
A highly compressed serif with sharp vertical stress and pronounced thick–thin contrast. Stems are tall and straight with frequent hairline joins, while terminals often finish in small curled hooks or teardrop-like forms that read as decorative rather than purely functional serifs. Counters are narrow and vertical, and many letters show flared entry/exit strokes that accentuate the condensed rhythm. Numerals and capitals maintain a consistent, display-oriented polish with occasional swash-like details on curves and joints.
Best suited to headlines, titles, posters, and branding where narrow width and high contrast can create impact in limited space. It can work well on packaging, invitations, or editorial display lines when set at moderate-to-large sizes and given enough breathing room around the text.
The overall tone is theatrical and vintage, with a slightly mischievous elegance created by the curled terminals and extreme verticality. It suggests classic poster typography—stylish and attention-seeking—while staying refined enough to feel editorial rather than novelty.
The design appears intended as a condensed display serif that blends classic high-contrast construction with ornamental curls to create a distinctive, period-evocative voice. Its proportions prioritize vertical elegance and space efficiency while using signature terminals to stand out in short phrases and titles.
In text settings the letterspacing appears tight by design, creating a strong vertical texture and a compact word shape. Decorative curls are used sparingly but consistently, showing up as small signature details on bowls, spines, and stroke endings; these details add personality but also increase visual busyness at smaller sizes.