Serif Other Ubny 1 is a regular weight, very narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, magazine titles, branding, packaging, condensed, art deco, elegant, editorial, vintage, space-saving, stylized elegance, display impact, editorial tone, high-contrast, bracketed serifs, tall x-height, vertical stress, crisp terminals.
A tightly condensed serif with tall proportions and a disciplined, upright rhythm. Strokes read largely even in thickness with subtle modulation and crisp, bracketed serifs that add a slightly sculpted, engraved feel. Curves are narrow and controlled (notably in C, O, S), and many letters emphasize verticality through straight stems and compact bowls. The lowercase shows a tall x-height and compact apertures, with simple two-storey forms where applicable and straight-sided, utilitarian numerals that match the font’s compressed stance.
This face is well-suited to headlines, titling, and display settings where space is limited but a distinctive serif character is desired. It can work effectively for magazine mastheads, posters, labels, and brand marks that want a condensed, elegant look; in longer text, it will read best at larger sizes where the tight shapes and compact counters have room to breathe.
The overall tone is poised and metropolitan—suggesting early-20th-century display typography with a refined, slightly theatrical edge. Its narrow build and sharp serif detailing create an upscale, editorial voice that can feel both classic and stylized.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum presence in narrow measures while preserving a classic serif identity. By combining condensed proportions with crisp serifs and controlled curves, it prioritizes a sophisticated display texture that stands out in editorial and branding contexts.
Spacing appears intentionally tight to reinforce a vertical, column-like texture in words, which keeps lines looking uniform and dense. The design maintains consistent narrowness across capitals, lowercase, and figures, helping mixed-case settings feel cohesive in headings and short passages.