Serif Normal Lyso 7 is a regular weight, very wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, headlines, branding, formal, literary, refined, authoritative, classic text, editorial tone, elegant contrast, print polish, readability, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, classic, bookish.
This serif typeface shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with crisp, tapered finishing strokes and bracketed serifs. Letterforms are generously proportioned with a spacious, open rhythm and slightly flared terminals that add a subtly calligraphic edge. Curves are smooth and rounded (notably in O/C and the bowls of b/p), while joins and apexes stay sharp and clean, keeping the texture crisp at text sizes. The figures are oldstyle-leaning in feel with strong contrast and distinctive curves, contributing to a lively but controlled typographic color.
It works well for book typography, long-form editorial layouts, and magazine text where a refined serif texture is desired. The pronounced contrast and crisp serifs also make it effective for headlines, pull quotes, and brand wordmarks that aim for a classic, trustworthy impression.
The overall tone is traditional and editorial, projecting seriousness and polish without feeling ornate. Its contrast and sharp detailing suggest a literary, institutional voice—confident, composed, and well suited to conveying authority.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast text serif with an elevated, print-oriented character—balancing readability with a more elegant, fashion/editorial finish than utilitarian news serifs.
In the sample text, the face maintains a consistent horizontal flow with clear word shapes and strong capitalization, while the high-contrast strokes create a bright, elegant page color. The italic is not shown; the styling presented reads as a straightforward roman suited to continuous reading and display lines alike.