Serif Normal Fibas 10 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: magazines, book design, headlines, pull quotes, invitations, elegant, editorial, classical, refined, dramatic, editorial elegance, formal emphasis, classic tone, premium branding, bracketed, hairline, calligraphic, diagonal stress, open counters.
A high-contrast italic serif with sharply tapered hairlines and swelling main strokes, giving the letters a crisp, polished sheen. Serifs are finely bracketed and often wedge-like, with pronounced entry and exit strokes that add a calligraphic rhythm. Proportions feel generous and slightly expansive, with smooth curves, open counters, and a lively slant that keeps text moving forward. Numerals and capitals share the same formal, finely cut detailing, producing a coherent, upscale texture in both display and continuous settings.
Well suited for editorial typography such as magazine features, book interiors with italic emphasis, and refined headlines or subheads. It also fits formal print applications—programs, invitations, and branding accents—where a classic italic serif can add polish and hierarchy without feeling ornamental.
The overall tone is poised and luxurious, with a classic bookish sensibility and a hint of theatrical flourish. Its crisp contrast and italic motion evoke editorial sophistication—suited to settings where elegance and emphasis are part of the message.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic italic serif for contemporary editorial use, combining traditional calligraphic cues with clean, precise finishing. It prioritizes elegance and emphasis, offering a distinctive, high-contrast texture that elevates both display lines and highlighted passages in longer text.
In text, the strong contrast creates a bright–dark sparkle, while the italic forms maintain clear silhouettes through distinctive terminals and well-separated inner spaces. The design reads as traditional rather than experimental, but the pronounced stroke modulation and energetic curves give it a confident, expressive voice.