Serif Normal Enbuf 3 is a light, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book typography, editorial, magazines, literary titles, invitations, elegant, literary, refined, classic, formal, italic emphasis, classic elegance, editorial tone, calligraphic refinement, calligraphic, bracketed, hairline, diagonal stress, open counters.
A high-contrast italic serif with flowing, calligraphic construction and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Stems are slender with sharp hairlines, and the serifs appear finely bracketed, creating a crisp entry/exit to strokes without feeling slab-like. The italic slant is consistent across capitals and lowercase, with gently tapered terminals and a rhythmic, forward-leaning texture in text. Lowercase forms show open apertures and rounded joins, while figures and capitals maintain the same delicate contrast and angled stress for a cohesive page color.
Well-suited to editorial layouts, book typography, and magazine work where an italic serif is needed for emphasis, introductions, or elegant display lines. It also fits literary titles, pull quotes, and formal printed materials that benefit from a classic, high-contrast voice.
The overall tone is elegant and bookish, with a refined, editorial presence. Its italic posture and hairline details convey sophistication and a traditional, literary sensibility rather than a utilitarian or neutral voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional italic reading experience with a distinctly calligraphic flavor—prioritizing graceful movement, sharp contrast, and refined detail for sophisticated typesetting.
In longer lines the letterforms knit into a smooth, continuous rhythm, with punctuation and numerals matching the same crisp contrast and slanted stance. The thin horizontals and hairline serifs contribute to a bright, airy texture, especially at larger sizes where the detailing is most apparent.