Outline Tiha 5 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, invitations, branding, art deco, elegant, vintage, ornamental, theatrical, display impact, vintage flavor, decorative emphasis, airy texture, signage feel, inline, monoline, high-waisted, geometric, crisp.
A decorative serif outline face built from clean outer contours with an inner inline that creates a hollow, double-stroke effect. The letterforms are largely monoline in feel, with sharp, high-contrast-looking edges achieved through negative space rather than stroke modulation. Proportions skew tall and narrow, with generous ascenders/descenders and open counters; serifs are thin and crisp, and curves are smooth and regular. Lowercase mixes simplified, almost titling-style shapes with a few more calligraphic touches (notably a looped ‘g’ and a curling ‘j’), while numerals follow the same outlined construction for a cohesive texture.
This font suits display contexts where its hollow outline can be appreciated—editorial headlines, posters, event titles, packaging accents, and boutique branding. It also works well for monograms, menu headings, and short pull quotes, especially when paired with a solid text face for body copy.
The overall tone reads glamorous and period-evocative, reminiscent of early-20th-century display lettering. Its airy outlines feel refined and slightly theatrical, giving headlines a polished, marquee-like sparkle without heavy weight. The mix of strict geometry and occasional flourishes adds a playful sophistication.
The design appears intended as an attention-getting outline serif that delivers a vintage, Art Deco–leaning presence. By relying on contour and an interior inline, it creates a luminous, engraved sign-painting feel that stands out in large sizes and layered graphic treatments.
Because the design is defined by contour and interior spacing, it performs best when the outline and inline remain clearly resolved; tight tracking or very small sizes can cause the interior gaps to visually close up. The consistent construction across caps, lowercase, and figures produces an even rhythm, while distinctive characters like Q, g, and ampersand add display personality.