Serif Normal Labi 1 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, reports, branding, classic, formal, literary, trustworthy, text readability, editorial tone, classic neutrality, print versatility, bracketed serifs, oldstyle influence, calligraphic, diagonal stress, open counters.
This is a conventional serif with bracketed, slightly tapered serifs and moderate stroke modulation that suggests a subtle calligraphic influence. Capitals are sturdy and evenly proportioned, with rounded forms (C, O, Q) showing gentle diagonal stress and smooth joins. Lowercase letters maintain a steady, readable rhythm; bowls and apertures are fairly open, and terminals often finish with small, crisp wedges rather than blunt cuts. The numerals are traditional in feel with clear differentiation and consistent color, matching the text face’s overall density and spacing.
Well-suited to long-form reading such as books, essays, reports, and magazine articles where a familiar serif texture supports comfortable scanning. It also fits institutional or heritage-leaning branding, packaging, and headlines that want a traditional, dependable voice without feeling overly ornate.
The tone is classic and composed, leaning toward bookish and editorial rather than decorative. Its restrained contrast and familiar shapes communicate authority and trust, with a slightly warm, traditional character.
The design appears intended as a versatile text serif: traditional proportions, steady spacing, and moderated contrast aimed at maintaining readability and a polished editorial presence across paragraphs and display-sized setting.
In text, the face holds a solid, even color and stable baseline, with clear word shapes and comfortable internal spacing. The serif treatment stays consistent across sizes in the samples, helping preserve clarity in longer passages and mixed-case settings.