Serif Normal Fobol 15 is a bold, wide, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, book covers, posters, branding, classic, dramatic, formal, literary, editorial, display impact, editorial voice, classic refinement, expressive italic, bracketed, calligraphic, swashy, lively, sharp.
A slanted serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, bracketed serifs that taper into pointed terminals. The letterforms show a lively, calligraphic rhythm: diagonals and curves feel slightly sprung, with angled stress and confident entry/exit strokes. Uppercase shapes are broad and stately, while the lowercase is more animated, with generous bowls, compact apertures, and distinctive italic constructions (single-storey a and g, flowing f, and a curling y). Numerals follow the same energetic slant and contrast, with angled tops and tapered foot serifs that keep the texture crisp at display sizes.
This style is well suited to headlines and subheads in editorial layouts, as well as book covers and promotional typography where an expressive serif voice is desirable. It can also work for branding and packaging that wants a classic foundation with energetic, italic movement.
The overall tone is traditional and confident, with an expressive, slightly theatrical italic energy. It reads as literary and editorial rather than minimalist, suggesting refinement, authority, and a touch of flourish.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif reading model with heightened italic expressiveness—combining classic proportions with strong contrast, dynamic slant, and sharpened terminals to create impact in display and editorial settings.
Spacing appears open enough to keep counters clear despite the strong contrast, creating a bold, patterned texture in lines of text. The shapes favor pointed joins and tapered endings over blunt cuts, which reinforces a sharp, crafted feel.