Serif Normal Piri 9 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Encorpada Classic', 'Encorpada Essential', and 'Encorpada Pro' by dooType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, luxury branding, posters, elegant, classic, crisp, fashion, luxury tone, editorial impact, display clarity, classic revival, didone-like, hairline, bracketed, sharp, refined.
This serif shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with hairline horizontals and delicate, tapered serifs. Stems are sturdy and vertical, while joins and terminals are crisp, producing a clean, high-contrast rhythm. The design feels fairly wide in its capitals and round letters, with controlled curves and a slightly calligraphic edge in select terminals (notably in letters like J, Q, and some lowercase forms). Figures follow the same contrast logic, with bold main strokes and fine entry/exit hairlines that keep the set consistent in color and texture.
It is well suited to headline and display typography in magazines, book covers, and brand systems where contrast and elegance are desirable. The strong structure and refined details also work well for pull quotes, section openers, and other editorial accents where a confident, high-end tone is needed.
The overall tone is polished and formal, with a distinctly editorial, fashion-forward sophistication. Its sharp contrast and poised proportions convey luxury and authority, while the occasional flicked terminal adds a hint of expressive, classic charm rather than blunt austerity.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on classic high-contrast serif letterforms: dramatic stroke contrast, crisp finishing, and confident width aimed at commanding attention in display sizes while preserving a traditional, literary sensibility.
In text settings, the font maintains a strong vertical emphasis and a dramatic sparkle from its hairlines, making the page feel bright and structured. The ampersand and several lowercase letters show subtle personality through tapered strokes and pointed terminals, helping headlines feel less mechanical while staying within a traditional serif idiom.