Serif Normal Tobem 9 is a very light, narrow, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, luxury, invitations, elegant, refined, classical, elegance, display, didone-like, hairline, calligraphic, delicate, airy.
A delicate italic serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and hairline serifs. The letterforms are sharply drawn and compact, with slender verticals, crisp terminals, and tapered entry/exit strokes that create a smooth, continuous rhythm in text. Counters are relatively tight and the curves are finely modeled, while capitals show restrained, formal proportions and a clean, high-end finish.
Well suited to magazine headlines, pull quotes, and elegant display typography where high contrast and italic energy are desirable. It can also support refined branding, packaging, and formal announcements when set at sizes that maintain its delicate details.
The overall tone is polished and luxurious, leaning toward an editorial and fashion-forward feel. Its fine strokes and poised italic movement convey sophistication and formality, with a slightly dramatic, high-contrast sparkle on the page.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-fashion italic interpretation of a classical serif model, prioritizing elegance, contrast, and a graceful reading rhythm over rugged utility.
In the samples, the thin parts of strokes and serifs are extremely fine, so the face reads best when given enough size and printing/screen conditions that preserve hairlines. Figures follow the same refined contrast and italic flow, contributing to a cohesive, premium texture.