Serif Other Subi 3 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, editorial display, art deco, theatrical, vintage, architectural, poster-like, distinctive display, retro flavor, architectural styling, brand emphasis, decorative texture, flared serifs, stencil-like, notched, high-waisted, tapered joins.
This typeface uses heavy, sculpted letterforms with flared wedge serifs and frequent internal cut-ins that create a semi-stencil, notched appearance. Strokes are generally straight and planar, with rounded bowls where needed, producing a strong geometric rhythm. Many capitals emphasize vertical pillars (notably in B, D, E, F, H, P, R), while curves are kept taut and controlled; terminals often finish in crisp wedges rather than soft bracketing. Lowercase forms echo the same carved construction, with compact, arched shoulders (m, n) and a distinctive, stylized g and y, giving the text a decorative, display-driven texture.
This font performs best in display settings such as posters, headlines, title sequences, and packaging where its carved details can be appreciated. It can also work for wordmarks and short editorial callouts that benefit from a distinctive period flavor, while extended body text may feel busy due to the repeated notches and high-contrast internal breaks.
The overall tone is stylized and period-forward, evoking a vintage, stage-poster sensibility with Art Deco undertones. The cut-in details add drama and a crafted, architectural feel, making the font read as confident and ceremonial rather than casual. It feels suited to brand marks and headlines that want a distinctive, slightly theatrical voice.
The design appears intended to reinterpret classic serif forms through a decorative, carved construction that feels both architectural and retro. Its goal is strong visual identity and recognizability, prioritizing dramatic silhouette and rhythmic cut-ins over quiet neutrality.
The notches and vertical splits become prominent at text sizes, creating a lively pattern but also introducing visual complexity in dense paragraphs. Numerals match the same sturdy, geometric build, with simple, legible silhouettes and minimal ornament beyond the characteristic cut-ins.