Serif Normal Symij 3 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, headlines, quotes, classic, literary, refined, formal, readability, elegance, emphasis, editorial tone, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, oldstyle, sharp.
A high-contrast italic serif with a slightly expansive set and lively, calligraphic modulation. Thick stems and hairline joins create a crisp rhythm, supported by compact, bracketed serifs and tapered terminals. The italic construction is evident in the forward slant and flowing entry/exit strokes, while counters remain open and well-shaped for continuous reading. Curves show a smooth, disciplined stress, and the overall color stays even despite the strong contrast.
This font performs especially well in editorial typography: magazine layouts, book interiors, and long-form articles where an italic serif can carry emphasis with elegance. It’s also effective for pull quotes, subheads, and refined display lines where the contrast and slant add momentum without becoming ornamental.
The tone is traditional and cultivated, with a distinctly editorial polish. Its sharp hairlines and energetic italic movement give it a dramatic, articulate voice that feels suited to literary and institutional contexts rather than casual or playful settings.
The design appears intended as a conventional, readable italic serif with a refined, publication-oriented personality—balancing strong contrast and sharp detailing with steady spacing and consistent forms for text-driven settings.
Capitals read as confident and slightly stately, with strong diagonal energy in letters like N, V, W, and X. Numerals appear lining and proportionally robust, matching the text’s contrast and italic motion while keeping clear silhouettes.