Serif Other Hate 1 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: book titles, packaging, posters, branding, pull quotes, storybook, old-style, friendly, handcrafted, quirky, add character, evoke vintage, humanize serif, display emphasis, bracketed serifs, flared strokes, soft terminals, ink-trap hints, calligraphic.
A decorative serif with softly bracketed serifs, subtly flared strokes, and gently uneven detailing that suggests a hand-shaped, inked construction. Stems and curves show moderate modulation, with rounded joins and terminals that often end in small bulb-like or tapered forms. Proportions lean traditional, with a short lowercase x-height and relatively tall ascenders, while widths vary noticeably from letter to letter, creating a lively rhythm in words. Numerals and capitals maintain the same organic edge, with slightly irregular contours that keep the texture warm rather than rigidly geometric.
Well suited to display and short-form typography such as book covers, chapter heads, posters, packaging, and brand marks that benefit from a warm, handcrafted serif voice. It can also work for pull quotes or editorial headings where a slightly whimsical, old-style texture is desired.
The overall tone feels storybook and lightly antique, combining classic serif cues with a playful, handmade wobble. It reads as approachable and characterful—more whimsical than formal—evoking printed ephemera, folk illustration, or boutique editorial styling.
Likely designed to reinterpret an old-style serif through a more illustrative, human touch—preserving classical proportions while adding softened serifs, flared strokes, and distinctive terminals to create a memorable, decorative reading experience.
In text, the face produces a bouncy color due to variable letter widths and distinctive terminals, which can add charm at display sizes. The short x-height and decorative finishing details make it better suited to larger settings where the personality in the serifs and terminals can be appreciated.