Serif Normal Ikrat 4 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, headlines, quotations, classic, formal, literary, refined, readability, editorial polish, classic authority, elegant contrast, bracketed serifs, hairline serifs, thin joins, crisp terminals, elegant.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, tapered hairlines. The capitals show sharp, bracketed serifs and smooth, classical curves, while the lowercase maintains a steady rhythm with a moderate x-height and clear open counters. Curved strokes (C, G, O, S and numerals like 2 and 3) emphasize fine hairline exits and delicate terminals, and verticals read firm and stable. Overall spacing feels measured and text-oriented, with lively stroke contrast creating a bright, polished page texture.
Well-suited to book and long-form editorial layouts where a traditional serif color is desired, and it also performs strongly in magazine headlines and pull quotes thanks to its crisp contrast. It will be most at home in print-like settings or on screens where sufficient size and rendering can preserve the fine hairlines.
The tone is classic and cultivated, evoking traditional book typography and refined editorial design. Its sharp hairlines and disciplined proportions add a formal, high-end feel that suggests authority and taste without becoming ornamental.
The design appears intended as a conventional, text-first serif with elevated contrast and careful finishing, aiming to deliver a classic reading experience while adding a more luxurious, fashion-editorial sharpness in display sizes.
Large-size settings reveal especially fine details at joins and terminals, giving the design a slightly glamorous edge typical of contrasty serifs. The numerals follow the same contrast logic as the letters, with elegant curves and small finishing strokes that keep them visually consistent in text.