Serif Normal Milay 14 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, book covers, branding, formal, traditional, confident, literary, classic readability, strong hierarchy, authoritative tone, editorial voice, bracketed, beaked, sculpted, crisp, stately.
A sturdy serif with pronounced stroke contrast and crisp, bracketed serifs that often finish in subtly beaked terminals. Proportions feel generously set with ample counters and a steady vertical stress, while the curves are smoothly modeled rather than purely geometric. The lowercase shows compact, well-contained forms with a two-storey “g” and a single-storey “a”, and the overall rhythm is even despite noticeable width variation between letters. Numerals are robust and readable, with traditional shaping and clear differentiation.
Works well for headlines and subheads in editorial layouts, where its strong contrast and crisp serifs add structure and hierarchy. It also suits book covers, cultural or academic materials, and brand wordmarks that benefit from a classic, authoritative serif voice.
The tone is classic and editorial, projecting authority and refinement without becoming delicate. Its sculpted serifs and confident weight give it a bookish, institutional character suited to serious content and heritage-leaning branding.
Likely intended as a conventional, high-impact serif for polished typography, balancing classic letterforms with enough weight and contrast to hold attention in titles and prominent text.
In the sample text, the heavy color and sharp serif detail create strong presence at display sizes, while the open bowls and clear joins help maintain legibility in dense settings. The design leans toward traditional serif conventions, emphasizing clarity and formality over exuberant ornament.