Serif Normal Lafi 3 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Alkes' by Fontfabric, 'Danton' and 'Marbach' by Hoftype, 'Abelard' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Carole Serif' by Schriftlabor, and 'Epica Pro' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, headlines, academic, branding, traditional, authoritative, bookish, formal, readability, tradition, authority, editorial tone, classic texture, bracketed, ball terminals, wedge serifs, oldstyle figures, compact.
A sturdy serif with bracketed, wedge-like serifs and softly tapered strokes that create a confident, slightly calligraphic rhythm. Capitals are broad and weighty with rounded bowls and strong vertical stress, while the lowercase shows clear modulation and a compact, well-knit texture. Details like the ball terminal on the lowercase “y,” the single-storey “g,” and the open apertures in letters such as “c” and “e” reinforce a classic, readable construction. Numerals appear oldstyle (text figures), with varied heights and prominent curves that harmonize with the lowercase.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, reports, and editorial layouts where a classic serif texture is desired. The weight and pronounced serifs also make it effective for headings, pull quotes, and institutional or academic materials that benefit from a traditional, authoritative voice.
The overall tone is traditional and editorial, conveying authority and familiarity without feeling ornate. It reads as dependable and literary—suited to serious, established voices rather than experimental or playful ones.
This typeface appears designed to deliver a classic text-serif presence with sturdy weight and clear, familiar letterforms. The aim seems to balance conventional readability with a touch of warmth through rounded terminals and oldstyle-number styling, supporting both continuous reading and confident display use.
The design favors strong silhouettes and generous internal counters, helping it hold up at larger sizes while maintaining a robust text color. Curves are smooth and slightly flattened at joins, and terminals lean toward rounded and teardrop forms, giving the face a warm, humanist edge within an otherwise conventional serif framework.