Serif Normal Fugis 9 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book design, magazines, headlines, invitations, literary, formal, classic, refined, text emphasis, classic elegance, editorial voice, calligraphic flavor, calligraphic, bracketed, sharp serifs, teardrop terminals, lively rhythm.
A high-contrast italic serif with a pronounced rightward slant and crisp, bracketed serifs. Strokes move from hairline thins to firm verticals, with tapered joins and occasional teardrop-like terminals that give the forms a calligraphic snap. Capitals are moderately wide with steady proportions, while the lowercase shows a flowing rhythm, compact counters, and energetic entry/exit strokes. Figures follow the same italic modulation and feel integrated with the text, with round forms showing strong thick–thin interplay.
Well suited to editorial typography such as magazine features, book interiors, and pull quotes where an italic voice is needed with strong typographic character. It also fits elegant headlines, brand taglines, and formal printed pieces like invitations or programs, especially when used at moderate to large sizes to highlight its contrast and finishing details.
The overall tone is cultured and traditional, projecting refinement and a slightly dramatic elegance. Its brisk italic motion and sharp finishing details add a sense of sophistication and momentum suited to literary and editorial settings.
Likely intended as a classic, high-contrast italic for expressive text setting—an italic companion or standalone style that adds emphasis while maintaining a conventional serif foundation. The design balances traditional proportions with sharper, more calligraphic terminals to deliver a refined but lively reading experience.
The design reads cleanly at display sizes, where the contrast and tapering become prominent visual features. In longer lines, the italic angle and lively terminals create a textured, animated word shape rather than a strictly neutral page color.