Serif Normal Apla 14 is a very bold, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, branding, packaging, dramatic, classic, formal, confident, impact, elegance, tradition, expression, authority, bracketed, calligraphic, swashy, curved, tight.
A bold italic serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a strongly calligraphic construction. The letterforms show crisp, bracketed serifs and tapered terminals, with rounded joins that emphasize a brushed-pen rhythm rather than rigid geometry. Uppercase shapes feel compact and weighty, while the lowercase is more fluid and lively, with notable entry/exit strokes and occasional swash-like curves (especially in letters such as a, g, y, and z). Numerals are similarly high-contrast and curvy, giving the set a cohesive, display-forward texture.
This face is best suited to headlines, magazine display, title treatments, and brand marks where a strong, classic italic presence is desired. It can work for short bursts of text—pull quotes, subheads, and packaging callouts—when set with generous leading and careful tracking to avoid a crowded texture.
The overall tone is assertive and theatrical, with a refined, old-style elegance. Its slanted stance and energetic curves evoke traditional print and editorial typography, leaning toward a dramatic, slightly romantic voice rather than a strictly utilitarian one.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional serif voice with heightened contrast and an expressive italic cadence, prioritizing impact and elegance over neutral readability. It aims to translate classic print mannerisms—bracketed serifs, tapered strokes, and lively terminals—into a contemporary, attention-grabbing display style.
In text, the heavy strokes and tight interior counters create a dense, dark color, making spacing and line length feel especially important. The italic angle reads consistent across cases, and the design’s flourish is most apparent at larger sizes where the curved terminals and contrast can breathe.