Serif Normal Afrol 14 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, headlines, fashion, book design, branding, refined, classic, literary, refinement, prestige, editorial tone, classic revival, display clarity, hairline serifs, bracketed, crisp, elegant, high-waisted.
This serif shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with hairline horizontals and very fine, sharply finished serifs. Curves are smooth and taut, with an overall vertical stress and a slightly high-waisted feeling in several forms, giving the text a poised, dressy rhythm. Uppercase proportions are stately and narrow-to-moderate, while lowercase remains compact with clear counters and a clean, controlled texture. Numerals follow the same contrasty logic, with delicate joins and slender terminals that emphasize finesse over sturdiness.
Well suited to magazine typography, book jackets, pull quotes, and refined headline systems where contrast and detail can be appreciated. It can also support upscale branding and packaging, particularly when used with generous spacing and high-quality reproduction.
The tone is elegant and editorial, projecting a cultivated, high-end feel associated with magazines and luxury branding. Its crisp contrast and polished details read as formal and sophisticated rather than casual or utilitarian.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on the classic high-contrast text serif: precise, stylish, and optimized for an elevated typographic voice in editorial and brand-facing contexts.
At larger sizes the fine serifs and hairlines look especially sharp and expressive, while in dense text the bright, shimmering rhythm from the contrast becomes part of the character. The italic is not shown; all samples appear roman/upright.