Serif Normal Funof 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book italics, quotations, headlines, invitations, elegant, literary, refined, traditional, text emphasis, classic elegance, editorial tone, formal voice, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, formal, italicized.
A high-contrast italic serif with a pronounced forward slant and crisp, tapered terminals. Strokes move from hairline-thin joins to confidently weighted stems, producing a lively diagonal rhythm across words. Serifs are bracketed and sharp, with many terminals finishing in wedge-like points that reinforce the calligraphic feel. Uppercase proportions are relatively narrow and dignified, while the lowercase shows compact, slightly rounded forms with clear entry/exit strokes and a consistent italic stress. Figures match the text tone with strong thick–thin modulation and angled, flowing shapes that align with the italic construction.
Well-suited for editorial typography, book and magazine italics, pull quotes, and refined headlines where a classic italic voice is needed. It can also work for formal materials such as invitations or programs, particularly when paired with a steadier roman companion. In longer passages it will be most comfortable at moderate sizes with adequate leading to protect the hairlines.
The overall tone is classic and cultivated, evoking bookish sophistication and traditional print refinement. Its sweeping italic motion reads expressive but controlled, suggesting formality without becoming ornamental. The texture feels polished and “editorial,” suited to settings where an elegant emphasis is desired.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif italic that prioritizes elegant contrast and a traditional calligraphic italic gesture. Its consistent stress, sharp finishing details, and disciplined proportions point to use as a refined emphasis style within a broader text system.
The italic construction creates noticeable word-shape momentum, with prominent diagonals in letters like v, w, and y and sharp, controlled terminals throughout. Counters stay fairly open for an italic of this contrast level, helping maintain clarity, though the very thin hairlines will visually recede at small sizes or on low-resolution output.