Serif Normal Fomew 14 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, headlines, pull quotes, classic, formal, literary, assertive, editorial tone, classic refinement, dramatic emphasis, print texture, authoritative italic, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, diagonal stress, open counters.
This typeface is a high-contrast italic serif with a crisp, engraved-like finish and clearly bracketed wedge serifs. Strokes show strong thick–thin modulation with diagonal stress, and terminals often resolve into sharp, slightly flared points rather than blunt endings. The italic construction is pronounced, with flowing joins and a lively rhythm; round letters stay relatively open, while verticals remain sturdy to preserve legibility. Proportions lean moderately condensed in the capitals with wide, confident curves in bowls, and the numerals follow the same calligraphic contrast and slanted stance.
It suits editorial design where an italic with authority is needed—magazine features, book typography, and refined marketing copy. The strong contrast and crisp serifs also make it effective for display roles such as headlines, pull quotes, and elegant titling where a classic voice is desired.
The overall tone feels traditional and editorial, with a formal, literary voice that reads as confident and slightly dramatic. Its sharp contrast and energetic slant add urgency and sophistication, evoking classic print typography rather than casual handwriting.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif reading experience with a distinctly energetic italic, balancing tradition with a sharper, more dramatic contrast. It prioritizes a polished printed texture and a confident typographic color for editorial settings.
The capitals have a stately presence and a consistent serif treatment, while the lowercase shows more motion through angled entries, tapered arms, and pointed terminals. Spacing appears tuned for continuous text, producing an even texture despite the strong contrast.