Shadow Tihi 9 is a very light, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, logos, packaging, posters, invitations, elegant, airy, art deco, whimsical, delicate, decorative display, elegant branding, art deco flair, dimensional outline, hairline, monolinear, high-waisted, curvilinear, flourished.
A very delicate display face built from hairline strokes with small, rounded terminals and occasional looped hooks. The letterforms are narrow and tall, with generous counters and a consistent, refined rhythm; curves are smooth and slightly calligraphic while verticals stay crisp and controlled. Many glyphs show a subtle offset/echo line that reads as a light shadowed trace, giving the forms a hollowed, dimensional feel without adding weight. Spacing appears even and open, and the overall texture stays quiet and thin across both uppercase and lowercase.
Best suited to headlines, wordmarks, packaging titles, and editorial or event display where a graceful, decorative voice is desired. It can work well for invitations or boutique branding, especially when set with ample tracking and generous line spacing to preserve the airy hairline construction.
The overall tone is refined and ornamental—more boudoir and boutique than industrial—mixing Art Deco poise with a slightly playful, storybook delicacy. The shadow-like echo adds a hint of theatricality, making the font feel decorative and curated rather than utilitarian.
The likely intention is a slender, high-fashion display alphabet that feels classic yet decorative, using a restrained shadowed/outlined treatment to add dimension while keeping the typographic color exceptionally light. The narrow proportions and curled terminals suggest a focus on elegant branding and large-size typography rather than continuous reading.
The design relies on extremely thin strokes and fine details, so the shadow/echo effect becomes more noticeable at larger sizes where the inner gaps and terminal curls can breathe. Numerals follow the same tall, lightly stylized approach, keeping the set cohesive for display composition.