Serif Other Gosu 17 is a regular weight, narrow, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, fashion, dramatic, refined, vintage, display impact, editorial elegance, stylized classicism, premium tone, needle serifs, flared terminals, sculptural, calligraphic, high-waisted.
A condensed, high-contrast serif with hairline connections and sharp, needle-like serifs that often flare into small wedges. Stems and bowls are sculpted with pronounced swelling and tapering, producing a calligraphic, engraved feel rather than a purely rational Didone construction. The capitals are tall and statuesque with narrow counters, while the lowercase shows compact, rounded forms and distinctive terminals; overall spacing is tight with a lively, uneven rhythm that reads as intentionally stylized. Numerals follow the same dramatic contrast with elegant thin joins and prominent thick strokes.
Well-suited to headlines, pull quotes, and large-size editorial settings where its contrast and sharp serifs can shine. It can add a premium, stylish tone to branding, packaging, invitations, and campaign graphics, particularly where a vintage-luxe atmosphere is desired.
The font projects a refined, editorial tone with a dramatic, fashion-forward edge. Its sharp serifs and sculpted contrast evoke vintage print and display typography, balancing elegance with a slightly eccentric, attention-grabbing personality.
The design appears intended as a distinctive display serif that amplifies contrast and tapering to create a memorable silhouette. Its proportions and stylized terminals suggest a focus on impact and elegance in titles and short text rather than neutral, utilitarian reading.
Several letters show idiosyncratic detailing—thin entry/exit strokes, pinched joins, and asymmetrical curves—that give the texture a bespoke, decorative quality in paragraphs. The design’s crisp hairlines and narrow proportions make it feel best when allowed enough size and breathing room so the delicate strokes remain visible.