Serif Normal Ulgol 4 is a very light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A delicate serif with extremely thin hairlines and crisp, pointed serifs, paired with strong vertical emphasis and smooth, near-circular bowls. The contrast is dramatic, with vertical stems reading darker than the connecting strokes, producing a poised, high-end rhythm in both caps and lowercase. Letterforms are spacious and carefully proportioned, with long, tapered terminals and occasional flourish-like details (notably in forms such as Q, g, and y) that add personality without becoming overtly decorative. Numerals follow the same hairline-and-stem logic, appearing refined and open, with elegant curves and minimal, sharp finishing strokes.
Well-suited to editorial headlines, magazine display, and refined branding where high contrast and sharp serif details can be appreciated. It will also fit premium packaging, invitations, and short-form typographic compositions that benefit from an airy, sophisticated texture.
The overall tone is polished and luxurious, evoking editorial sophistication and a gallery-like calm. Its light touch and high contrast convey formality and finesse, leaning toward contemporary fashion and classic bookish elegance rather than utilitarian neutrality.
The font appears designed to deliver a modern, high-fashion serif voice: crisp, high-contrast forms that feel luxurious and composed, with just enough expressive terminals to distinguish it in display typography while retaining a conventional serif structure.
The design relies on thin connections and sharp details that create a shimmering texture at larger sizes, while maintaining a consistent, disciplined serif vocabulary across the set. Curves are generous and controlled, and the italic-like liveliness comes through via subtle entry/exit strokes rather than true slant.