Serif Normal Ikges 9 is a light, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, branding, packaging, invitations, editorial, luxury, refined, fashion, classic, editorial impact, premium tone, modern classic, hairline, bracketed, crisp, sculpted, high-waisted.
A high-contrast serif with razor-thin hairlines and confident, sculpted thick strokes. Serifs are sharp and neatly bracketed, with a crisp, editorial finish and pronounced stroke modulation. Proportions run on the wider side with generous spacing, while curves (notably in C, G, O, and the figures) feel smooth and controlled rather than calligraphic. The lowercase shows a traditional structure with a two-storey a, a compact ear on g, and clean, tapered terminals that keep the overall color bright and airy in text.
Well-suited to editorial headlines, mastheads, and pull quotes where high contrast can shine. It also fits premium branding and packaging that call for a luxurious, contemporary-classic voice, as well as formal materials like invitations and certificates.
The tone is polished and upscale, with the poised drama associated with fashion and magazine typography. It reads as elegant and deliberate, projecting confidence and formality without becoming ornate or nostalgic.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern editorial serif look: striking contrast, sharp detailing, and wide, composed proportions that create a bright page color and an elevated, boutique feel.
Large, open counters and fine joining details create a delicate texture that benefits from sufficient size and good reproduction. The figures share the same contrast and refined finishing, giving numerals a display-ready presence alongside the capitals.