Serif Normal Fomar 8 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, headlines, pull quotes, book covers, packaging, classic, dramatic, confident, lively, emphasis, tradition, impact, readability, personality, bracketed, tapered, angled stress, crisp terminals, sculpted.
A slanted serif design with pronounced thick–thin contrast and sculpted, bracketed serifs that give strokes a tapered, calligraphic snap. Forms show a mix of sharp terminals and rounded joins, creating a rhythmic, slightly bouncy texture at text sizes. Proportions are moderately condensed in places with clearly varied character widths, and the numerals carry the same crisp contrast and angled stress as the letters.
Well-suited to editorial typography such as magazine features, book jackets, opinion pieces, and pull quotes where a classic serif tone with added dynamism is desirable. It can also work effectively for branding accents, posters, and packaging that benefit from a traditional feel with strong emphasis. In longer passages it will be most successful with comfortable sizing and spacing to accommodate the lively rhythm and contrast.
This typeface reads as energetic and assertive, with a traditional, editorial tone that still feels lively thanks to its pronounced slant and strong contrast. The overall impression is confident and slightly dramatic, suited to messaging that wants to feel established rather than casual.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif voice with extra emphasis and motion, using a strong italic posture and high-contrast strokes to add personality and prominence. It aims to remain readable in continuous text while providing a distinctive, headline-ready texture.
The sample text shows a dense, confident color on the page, with contrast and serif shaping that remain clearly legible while adding a distinctive, animated cadence. The italic angle is strong enough to signal emphasis even when used alone, helping it stand out in display settings.