Serif Other Mefa 7 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, book covers, magazine, branding, invitations, classic, dramatic, editorial, refined, literary, expressive italic, classic elegance, display emphasis, decorative refinement, calligraphic, swashy, bracketed, oldstyle, wedge serifs.
A slanted serif with a calligraphic construction and pronounced thick–thin modulation. The letterforms show tapered, wedge-like terminals and small bracketed serifs, with lively entry/exit strokes that create a rhythmic, forward-moving texture. Curves are generous and slightly swelling, while joins and terminals often end in teardrop or flicked shapes, giving the design an intentionally decorative finish. Proportions feel traditional with a moderate x-height and expressive italics-driven shaping that varies in stroke breadth across the alphabet and figures.
Best suited to headlines, book or editorial titling, pull quotes, and brand marks where the italic energy and high contrast can be appreciated. It can also work well for formal invitations or packaging accents, particularly when set with ample spacing and used in short-to-medium text runs rather than dense, small-size copy.
The overall tone is formal and expressive—more theatrical than plain text italics—suggesting classic publishing and heritage cues with a touch of flourish. Its movement and contrast add a sense of elegance and ceremony, suitable for designs that want to feel elevated and crafted rather than purely utilitarian.
The design appears intended as an expressive, display-leaning italic serif that adds sophistication through contrast, traditional proportions, and ornamental terminals. Its consistent slant and stylized finishing strokes aim to deliver a refined, classic voice with a distinctly decorative edge.
The sample text shows strong word-shape and a distinctive rhythm from the swashy terminals, which become more prominent at display sizes. Numerals appear similarly italicized and stylized, matching the letterforms’ calligraphic stress and decorative endings.