Serif Normal Lelab 13 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Arise' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, reports, classic, bookish, formal, literary, readability, tradition, refinement, editorial voice, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, crisp, authoritative.
This serif design shows strongly bracketed serifs, pronounced thick–thin modulation, and a steady, upright stance. Curves are smooth and generously rounded, while terminals often finish with subtle teardrop or wedge-like shaping that adds a faint calligraphic flavor. The lowercase appears relatively large against the capitals, with open counters and clear joins that keep the texture readable. Capitals feel sturdy and traditional, and the overall rhythm is moderately expansive rather than compact, producing an even, confident line of text.
It suits long-form reading such as books, essays, and editorial layouts where a classic serif voice is desired. The sturdy capitals and clear numerals also make it appropriate for reports, institutional documents, and typographically conservative branding applications.
The font reads as traditional and bookish, with an editorial seriousness that fits formal or institutional messaging. Its contrast and crisp serifs add a sense of refinement, while the slightly calligraphic terminals keep it from feeling mechanical. Overall it conveys credibility, polish, and a literary tone.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with a refined, classical complexion—prioritizing readability and an established print tradition while adding enough contrast and terminal character to feel polished in display sizes as well.
In the samples, the face maintains a consistent color across words and lines, with strong vertical stress in rounded letters and clean, stable baselines. Numerals and capitals match the texty serif language, supporting a cohesive typographic palette for mixed-content settings.