Serif Normal Ifkup 10 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, longform, magazines, reports, classic, bookish, formal, literary, refined, readability, tradition, editorial tone, formal utility, text setting, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, open counters, crisp serifs.
A traditional serif with bracketed, wedge-like serifs and gently modulated strokes that keep a calm, even rhythm on the page. Curves are smooth and open, with rounded terminals in places and subtly sheared joins that hint at broad-nib influence. Capitals are stately and balanced, while the lowercase shows oldstyle tendencies—noticeable in the two-storey “a,” the angled ear on “g,” and the fluid, slightly calligraphic construction of “e,” “s,” and “y.” Numerals follow the same classical logic, with clear shapes and modest detailing that stays legible without looking rigid.
Well suited to body text in books, magazines, and other editorial settings where a familiar serif texture supports comfortable reading. It also works effectively for formal documents, reports, and headings that need a conventional, established tone without excessive ornament.
The overall tone is classical and literary, with a composed authority typical of editorial and book typography. It feels cultured and trustworthy rather than loud, delivering a refined, quietly traditional voice suitable for long-form reading.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif that prioritizes readability and typographic familiarity, combining restrained stroke modulation with classic proportions and crisp serif details for dependable performance in continuous text.
In text, the font maintains a steady color with crisp serif articulation and generous interior spaces that help keep paragraphs readable. Diagonal strokes (notably in “V,” “W,” “X,” and “y”) are decisive, giving headings a bit of dignity without turning into a display style.