Serif Normal Lata 1 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academic, reports, classic, literary, formal, scholarly, traditional, readability, editorial voice, classic authority, text setting, versatility, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, transitional, balanced.
A classic serif with bracketed, wedge-like terminals and a moderate stroke modulation that stays clear without becoming delicate. The proportions feel traditionally bookish: capitals are steady and upright, with a slightly flared presence in strokes and serifs, while lowercase forms show round, open bowls and a comfortable rhythm. Curves resolve into crisp entry/exit strokes, and the typeface maintains a consistent, even color in text, with lively but controlled details in characters like a, e, g, and y.
This font is a strong fit for long-form reading such as books, essays, and editorial layouts, where a conventional serif texture and reliable readability are priorities. It also works well for institutional materials—reports, programs, and academic documents—where a formal, established typographic voice is desired.
The overall tone is traditional and composed, evoking established editorial typography and academic credibility. Its slightly calligraphic shaping adds warmth and familiarity, keeping the voice readable and serious rather than ornamental.
The design appears intended as a versatile, traditional text serif that balances familiar book typography with enough stroke modulation and serif shaping to keep paragraphs engaging. It aims for readability, authority, and a timeless tone across both display lines and body copy.
The numerals and capitals look well-suited to continuous reading, with clear differentiation and conservative styling. Spacing and letterfit in the sample paragraph suggest a text-oriented design that holds up at larger sizes while still feeling coherent and measured.