Serif Normal Epgad 3 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, literary fiction, essays, magazines, classic, literary, formal, warm, traditional, text reading, editorial tone, classic italic, literary voice, continuous rhythm, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, oblique stress, oldstyle figures, open counters.
A serif italic with bracketed serifs and a gently calligraphic construction. Strokes show moderate contrast with an oblique stress, producing a smooth, continuous rhythm in text. The lowercase is moderately sized with compact, rounded counters and clearly differentiated entry/exit strokes; ascenders and descenders are generous, giving lines a flowing texture. Uppercase forms are crisp and upright in presence but slanted overall, with wedge-like terminals and tapered curves that keep the silhouette lively.
Performs well in long-form editorial settings such as books, essays, and magazines where an italic voice is needed without sacrificing steadiness. It also suits pull quotes, introductions, and captions that benefit from a classic serif italic texture and a polished, traditional tone.
The font conveys a classic, bookish tone—cultivated and traditional rather than flashy. Its italic movement adds warmth and a sense of narrative pace, suitable for refined, editorial voices. Overall it feels established and trustworthy, with a slightly romantic, literary character.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif italic: readable at paragraph sizes, rhythmically consistent, and shaped to complement extended reading. Its moderate contrast and bracketed serifs aim for a familiar literary feel while maintaining enough crispness for editorial typography.
In the samples, spacing appears even and text color is consistent, supporting comfortable continuous reading. The italic angle is noticeable but controlled, avoiding excessive swashiness; curves and serifs work together to create a cohesive, slightly dynamic texture. Numerals appear italic as well, with oldstyle-like proportions that blend naturally with lowercase in running text.