Serif Normal Ifbev 10 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literature, invitations, classic, literary, refined, formal, text reading, editorial tone, classic refinement, print elegance, bracketed, sharp, crisp, elegant, bookish.
A conventional serif with crisp, bracketed serifs and pronounced thick–thin modulation. The letterforms are upright with relatively generous spacing and a measured, even rhythm in text. Curves are smooth and controlled, while terminals tend toward sharp, tapered finishes rather than rounded or ball terminals. Proportions feel traditional: capitals are stately and open, lowercase counters are clear, and the numerals follow an old-style sensibility with varied heights and flowing curves.
Well-suited for long-form reading such as books and editorial typography where a traditional serif voice is desired. It can also serve elegantly in magazine layouts, essays, and formal printed materials like programs or invitations where a refined, classic tone helps set the mood.
The overall tone is classic and literary, suggesting established publishing traditions and a calm sense of authority. Its sharp detailing and high contrast lend a refined, formal character that reads as elegant rather than utilitarian.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif that balances readability with a distinctly refined, high-contrast finish. It aims to deliver a familiar, trustworthy typographic voice while adding crispness and elegance through sharp serifs and controlled modulation.
In continuous text the face maintains a consistent color while keeping distinct letter identities, aided by clear serifs and open apertures. The contrast and fine hairlines give it a polished look that will feel most at home in settings where subtle detail can be appreciated.