Serif Normal Limes 10 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Carrara Fina', 'Contane Condensed', 'Contane Text Cnd', and 'Empira' by Hoftype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, branding, invitations, refined, classic, formal, bookish, text refinement, classic authority, editorial voice, print elegance, bracketed, hairline serifs, vertical stress, crisp, high-contrast.
A high-contrast serif with sharp hairlines, sturdy vertical stems, and finely tapered, bracketed serifs. Curves show a clear vertical stress, and joins are clean and crisp, giving counters a polished, sculpted feel. Proportions lean traditional, with compact, well-contained lowercase forms and more expansive capitals that hold steady on the baseline. Overall rhythm is even and text-like, while the thin strokes and terminals add a distinctly dressy, print-oriented refinement.
Well-suited to editorial layouts, book and magazine typography, and other long-form settings where a classic serif voice is desired. It also fits premium branding and printed materials such as invitations or programs, where its crisp hairlines and elegant contrast can be showcased at comfortable sizes and good reproduction quality.
The font reads as formal and cultivated, with a quiet sense of authority. Its combination of crisp detailing and classical proportions evokes editorial typography and literary publishing rather than casual or utilitarian interfaces.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, readable serif foundation with an elevated, high-contrast finish. It balances traditional proportions and steady rhythm with refined detailing to provide a polished voice for text-forward, print-led applications.
In the sample text, the strong thick–thin modulation creates bright texture and noticeable sparkle, especially around curves and diagonals. The numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with narrow joins and delicate hairlines that visually match the letterforms.