Serif Other Nolo 10 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, book titles, invitations, brand marks, posters, formal, vintage, ornate, literary, whimsical, decorative elegance, classic revival, display emphasis, swash capitals, swashy, calligraphic, bracketed, ball terminals, tapered.
A decorative serif with crisp, high-contrast strokes and sharply tapered hairlines paired with fuller verticals. Capitals feature distinctive swash-like entry strokes and curled terminals that read as small flourishes rather than full script forms, giving the alphabet a sculpted, engraved feel. Serifs are bracketed and refined, with occasional ball-like or teardrop terminals in the lowercase. Proportions lean elegant rather than bulky, and the rhythm shows noticeable character-to-character individuality, especially in the capitals and the more calligraphic lowercase forms.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, book and chapter titles, poster typography, and event materials where its curled terminals can be appreciated. It can also work for branding or packaging that aims for a classic, crafted impression, but is less ideal for dense body copy at small sizes due to its fine details and contrast.
The overall tone feels formal and old-world, with a touch of theatrical whimsy from the curled terminals and swash gestures. It evokes classical book typography and invitation-style refinement, while remaining legible enough for short display lines.
The design appears intended to blend traditional serif structure with decorative, calligraphy-inspired flourishes—especially in the capitals—creating a refined display face that signals heritage and elegance while adding personality through swashes and curled terminals.
In the sample text, the contrast and fine terminals create a lively texture that benefits from generous sizes and comfortable spacing. Numerals match the serifed, high-contrast style and carry the same refined, slightly ornamental finish, supporting cohesive titling and date-setting.