Serif Normal Yihy 14 is a very light, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This serif typeface is built on a delicate, hairline-weight construction with pronounced contrast between thin hairlines and sturdier main strokes. Serifs are fine and sharply defined, with a controlled, classical structure and mostly straight-sided stems that keep the texture clean. Capitals feel broad and stately with generous internal space, while the lowercase maintains a measured rhythm and open counters. Curves are smooth and restrained, and joins are crisp, producing an even, formal color in text despite the extreme lightness.
This font is well suited to editorial headlines, magazine display, and cultured titling where elegance and contrast are desirable. It can also support luxury branding, invitations, and book-cover typography, especially when set with ample size and spacing. For extended reading, it will be most comfortable in larger text settings where the fine hairlines remain clearly visible.
The overall tone is poised and high-end, with a quiet, editorial sophistication. Its thin strokes and crisp detailing suggest restraint and precision rather than warmth, giving it a refined, literary presence suited to premium contexts.
The design appears intended as a contemporary take on conventional text serifs, prioritizing graceful proportions, high contrast, and a polished page texture. It aims to provide a refined, classic voice for display and editorial typography while maintaining familiar serif letterforms and predictable rhythm.
In the samples, the light hairlines create a bright page and a distinctly shimmering texture at larger sizes; numerals and capitals read particularly well with their open forms. The italic is not shown, and the roman style here emphasizes clarity and formality over robustness in small sizes.