Serif Other Sigu 9 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, packaging, book covers, posters, branding, storybook, vintage, whimsical, folkloric, friendly, ornamentation, distinctiveness, warmth, thematic display, curly terminals, bracketed serifs, soft geometry, lively rhythm, rounded joins.
A decorative serif with sturdy, low-contrast strokes and softly bracketed serifs. Many letters feature curled, inward terminals and teardrop-like finials that add ornament without becoming fully script-like. Counters are generally open and round, with a slightly bouncy rhythm created by varied internal shapes and occasional asymmetry (notably in letters like Q and R). The lowercase is compact and readable with single-storey forms where expected, and the overall spacing feels moderate, supporting display use while remaining coherent in short text.
Best suited to headlines, titles, and short passages where the curled terminals can be appreciated—such as book covers, product packaging, posters, and boutique branding. It can work for short, large-size text blocks in themed materials (e.g., storybook or vintage-inspired layouts), but will feel busy if set too small or used for long-form reading.
The curling terminals and rounded serifs give the face a playful, old-fashioned charm that reads as handcrafted and story-driven rather than formal. It conveys a warm, theatrical tone—more fairytale and boutique than editorial or corporate—while still feeling solid and legible.
The design appears intended to blend traditional serif structure with decorative, curled terminals to create a distinctive display voice. It aims for approachability and personality while maintaining familiar letterforms for clarity.
Numerals and capitals carry the same ornamental curls, keeping the character set visually consistent. The design leans on distinctive entry/exit strokes and terminal swashes for personality, so texture becomes more expressive as size increases.