Serif Normal Egre 9 is a very light, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, invitations, poetry, literary, refined, classic, formal, gentle, elegant emphasis, text readability, classic tone, editorial clarity, calligraphic, bracketed, sharp, airy, bookish.
A delicate italic serif with a light, crisp color and clear calligraphic influence. Strokes taper elegantly into bracketed serifs, with noticeably pointed terminals and a lively, right-leaning slant. Counters are open and the rhythm is smooth, helped by narrow joins and a consistent, slightly modulated stroke flow. Uppercase forms feel tall and composed, while the lowercase shows an italic handwriting logic (single-storey a and g, flowing f and y), keeping the overall texture airy and uncluttered.
Well-suited to editorial typography, book interiors, and magazine features where an italic voice is needed for emphasis, quotations, or captions without adding visual weight. It also fits refined stationery and event materials—such as invitations or formal programs—where a classic, elegant tone is desirable.
The font projects a cultured, literary tone—polished and traditional without feeling heavy. Its italic energy reads as graceful and expressive rather than emphatic, suggesting elegance, tact, and quiet sophistication.
The design appears intended as a conventional, readable text serif with an italic style that adds sophistication and fluidity. Its lightness and controlled detailing suggest a focus on nuanced emphasis and elegant long-form composition rather than bold headline impact.
The numerals match the texty character, with slender forms and classic proportions that suit continuous reading. The italic angle is steady across cases, and the pointed details (especially in diagonals and finishing strokes) give a subtly sharp, high-end impression at display sizes while remaining restrained in paragraph settings.