Serif Normal Irdi 1 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, invitations, branding, classic, bookish, formal, literary, refined, readability, tradition, editorial tone, print elegance, bracketed, calligraphic, oldstyle, diagonal stress, open counters.
A high-contrast serif with bracketed, wedge-like terminals and a gentle calligraphic modulation. The letterforms show diagonal stress, tapered strokes, and crisp hairlines paired with more substantial verticals, producing a lively rhythm in text. Proportions feel traditional with moderate extenders, open counters, and slightly varying character widths that keep lines from feeling overly mechanical. Numerals and capitals share the same sharp, engraved-like finish, with the Q’s long, sweeping tail and the R’s leg adding distinctive movement.
Well suited to long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a classic serif texture is desired. It also works effectively for magazine headlines, formal announcements, and brand identities that benefit from a traditional, refined voice.
The overall tone is classic and literary, with a composed, authoritative feel suited to traditional typography. Its crisp contrast and sharp serifs convey refinement and a slightly historic, bookish character without becoming overly ornate.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif that balances readability with a polished, traditional presence. Its pronounced contrast and calligraphic cues suggest an aim to evoke classic publishing and print typography while staying practical for everyday typesetting.
In the text sample, spacing appears even and the forms remain clear at larger sizes, with strong vertical emphasis and clean joins. Rounded letters (O, C, G) keep smooth curvature while maintaining thin connecting strokes, reinforcing the crisp, elegant texture across paragraphs.