Serif Other Keza 9 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, book covers, posters, packaging, editorial, classic, dramatic, literary, formal, display impact, editorial tone, classical reference, premium feel, expressive detailing, bracketed, calligraphic, sculpted, crisp, stately.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and sculpted, bracketed serifs that often end in teardrop/ball-like terminals. The letterforms are wide-set with generous sidebearings and a steady, upright axis, creating an open, deliberate rhythm across lines. Curves are smooth and full, while joins and terminals show sharp, engraved-like precision; several lowercase forms feature distinctive ear and tail detailing that reads as slightly calligraphic. Numerals follow the same contrast and terminal logic, with sturdy verticals and refined, tapered finishes.
Best suited for display and editorial settings such as magazine headlines, book-cover typography, posters, and premium packaging where contrast and character are assets. It can also work for short pull quotes or section titles in print layouts, especially when given adequate size and breathing room.
The font conveys a formal, editorial tone with a touch of theatrical flourish. Its strong contrast and ornamental terminals suggest tradition and ceremony, while the broad proportions lend it a confident, headline-ready presence.
The design appears intended to modernize a classic, old-style serif voice by amplifying contrast and adding expressive terminal details. Its wide stance and polished, engraved-like finishing suggest a focus on impact and sophistication in titles rather than purely utilitarian body copy.
In text, the strong stroke modulation and active terminals create lively texture and prominent word shapes. The design’s spacing and width keep counters open, but the decorative finishing can become visually busy at small sizes, especially in dense passages or tight leading.