Serif Normal Idren 8 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, reports, academic, classic, literary, formal, scholarly, readability, print text, tradition, authority, versatility, bracketed, calligraphic, transitional, oldstyle, flared.
A traditional serif with bracketed, gently flared serifs and a moderate contrast between thick and thin strokes. The outlines show a slightly calligraphic stress, with rounded joins and softened terminals that keep the texture even in continuous text. Proportions feel balanced and bookish: capitals are sturdy and wide enough for clarity, while lowercase forms are open and readable, with smooth bowls and restrained curves. Numerals sit comfortably with the text, maintaining the same serif treatment and stroke modulation for a cohesive page color.
Well suited to body text in books, long-form editorial layouts, and reading-intensive documents where an even texture and conventional serif structure support comfort and clarity. It also works effectively for headlines and pull quotes when a traditional, authoritative voice is desired.
The overall tone is classic and composed, evoking established print typography and academic or literary settings. Its calm rhythm and familiar letterforms communicate trust, tradition, and a quiet formality without looking overly ornate.
The design appears intended as a dependable, conventional reading serif: familiar shapes, moderate stroke modulation, and restrained detailing aimed at producing a stable, comfortable text color across paragraphs.
Serifs are consistently bracketed rather than sharp, and many terminals end in subtle wedges or soft tapers, contributing to a refined, print-oriented feel. The sample text shows steady spacing and an even typographic color suitable for longer passages.