Serif Normal Ifbon 3 is a light, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, reports, classic, bookish, formal, literary, refined, readability, editorial work, classic tone, print tradition, bracketed, oldstyle, humanist, calligraphic, crisp.
A classical serif with bracketed serifs, gently modulated strokes, and a calm, even rhythm. The capitals are well-proportioned with slightly tapered terminals and sharp, clean joins, while the lowercase shows oldstyle influence in its rounded forms and angled stress. Counters are open and generous, with neatly finished serifs and modest stroke endings that keep texture smooth in paragraph settings. Figures align comfortably with the text, maintaining the same restrained contrast and traditional proportions.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, magazines, and editorial layouts where a familiar serif texture is desired. It also fits reports, academic writing, and other text-heavy documents that benefit from a conservative, polished typographic voice.
The overall tone is traditional and composed, evoking printed books, editorial pages, and established institutions. Its measured contrast and careful serif shaping give it a refined, trustworthy voice without feeling ornamental or dramatic.
Designed to provide a conventional, highly readable serif for general typography, prioritizing steady paragraph texture and classic proportions over overt stylistic novelty.
The sample text demonstrates a steady color and consistent spacing that supports continuous reading. Diagonals and curves (notably in letters like A, V, W, and the bowls of a, e, g) feel carefully balanced, contributing to an unobtrusive, text-first presence.