Serif Normal Emrin 13 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, literature, branding, classic, literary, formal, refined, emphasis, readability, tradition, elegance, editorial tone, bracketed, calligraphic, transitional, open counters, crisp.
A slanted serif with moderate stroke modulation and clearly bracketed, wedge-like serifs that taper into the stems. The letterforms show an oblique, calligraphic rhythm: curves are rounded and steady, terminals are gently sheared, and joins stay clean without becoming overly sharp. Proportions are balanced with a conventional text build, open counters, and a smooth baseline flow that reads evenly in continuous setting. Numerals follow the same angled stress and serif treatment, with sturdy forms and clear differentiation.
This font works well for editorial typography such as magazine features, book typography, and article titles where an italic voice is needed for emphasis or atmosphere. It is also appropriate for refined branding and packaging that benefits from a classic serif tone, especially in short to medium passages and prominent headlines.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, suggesting a cultivated, editorial voice. Its slant adds motion and emphasis while maintaining a composed, authoritative presence rather than a casual one. The result feels suited to established institutions and classic publishing aesthetics.
The design appears intended to provide a conventional serif reading experience with an expressive, italic cadence—prioritizing familiar proportions and comfortable rhythm while adding elegance through slanted stress, bracketed serifs, and controlled contrast.
In the sample text, the italic angle and serif bracketing create a consistent forward momentum, while the moderate contrast keeps strokes from appearing fragile at larger display sizes. Capitals feel dignified and slightly expansive, pairing well with the more fluid lowercase for headline-and-text combinations.