Serif Normal Linif 3 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kepler' by Adobe and 'Candide', 'Carrara Fina', 'Empira', and 'Mangan Nova' by Hoftype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, magazines, editorial, headlines, invitations, classic, literary, formal, refined, readability, editorial tone, classic polish, print tradition, bracketed, transitional, crisp, open counters, moderate tracking.
A high-contrast serif with sharp, bracketed serifs and a crisp vertical stress. Stems are sturdy while hairlines are notably thin, producing a clean, elegant rhythm in both capitals and lowercase. Proportions lean slightly narrow with relatively tall caps, and the lowercase shows compact, well-contained forms with open counters and tidy joins. Numerals appear lining with strong verticals and delicate terminals, matching the text face’s contrast and clarity.
This face is well suited to long-form reading in books, essays, and editorial layouts where a classic serif texture is desired. It also scales effectively for pull quotes and headlines, delivering an authoritative, high-end look for programs, invitations, and formal print materials.
The overall tone is traditional and refined, with a bookish, editorial seriousness. The pronounced contrast and precise serifs give it a polished, established feel suited to formal communication rather than casual or playful settings.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif that prioritizes classical proportions and high-contrast elegance while maintaining clear, readable forms. Its detailing suggests an aim to deliver a polished, editorial typographic voice for both continuous text and display use at larger sizes.
In text, the thin horizontals and hairline serifs contribute to a bright page color, while the stronger verticals keep word shapes stable. The italic is not shown; all samples present an upright roman voice with consistent contrast and disciplined detailing.