Serif Normal Olnus 3 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, headlines, packaging, branding, literary, vintage, warm, trustworthy, bookish, readability, traditional tone, editorial utility, warmth, bracketed, softened, calligraphic, lively, robust.
A sturdy, old-style serif with gently bracketed serifs and subtly flared stroke endings that give the outlines a softened, slightly hand-shaped feel. Strokes stay largely even, with modest modulation and rounded joins that keep texture calm rather than sharp. Proportions read traditional and readable, with compact counters and a slightly lively rhythm; curves (C, G, O) are smooth and full, while verticals remain stable and upright. The lowercase shows a clear two-storey “g” and a modestly sized “e” aperture, contributing to an overall dense, book-like color on the page.
Well suited to long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a traditional serif texture is desired. It also performs convincingly for titles, pull quotes, and signage-sized headlines that benefit from a sturdy, slightly vintage serif voice. The consistent numerals make it comfortable for captions, menus, and other text that mixes words and figures.
The tone is classic and approachable, evoking printed literature and editorial typography with a hint of vintage warmth. Its softened terminals and sturdy construction feel dependable and human, suggesting tradition without appearing overly formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, highly readable serif with a warm, slightly historic flavor, balancing stable proportions with softened details for comfortable text color. Its shapes prioritize familiar letterforms and steady rhythm, aiming for dependable performance across continuous reading and display accents.
In text, the face holds together as a cohesive, moderately dark paragraph texture, with serifs that help guide the eye along the line. Numerals match the text character—rounded and robust—supporting a consistent typographic voice across mixed alphanumeric settings.