Outline Umri 1 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, book covers, posters, branding, packaging, vintage, editorial, ornate, refined, literary, engraved look, display impact, classic elegance, decorative refinement, inline, decorative, engraved, flared, bracketed.
A decorative serif with an inline/outlined construction that creates a hollowed, engraved effect. The letterforms follow traditional oldstyle proportions with a relatively small x-height, generous ascenders, and subtly varied character widths. Serifs are sharply bracketed and slightly flared, while curves show smooth, calligraphic stress and carefully controlled terminals. The interior line tracks the outer contour consistently, giving strokes a ribbon-like presence without heavy contrast.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, book and magazine covers, posters, and brand marks where the inline outline can be appreciated at larger sizes. It also works well for packaging and event materials that aim for a classic, crafted feel; for longer text, it benefits from ample size and spacing to preserve clarity.
The overall tone feels vintage and bookish, evoking engraved title pages, classic signage, and turn-of-the-century editorial typography. Its airy inline treatment adds elegance and a touch of theatricality, making even simple words feel ceremonial and crafted.
The design appears intended to merge classic serif construction with an engraved inline treatment, delivering a refined display face that feels historic yet polished. Its proportions and detailing emphasize elegance and personality over minimalist neutrality, aiming to elevate titles and prominent phrases.
Uppercase forms read with a formal, inscriptional rhythm, while the lowercase introduces more personality through gently quirky details (notably in letters like a, g, j, and y). Numerals are similarly stylized, with open, flowing shapes that prioritize character over strict uniformity.