Serif Normal Likul 1 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial headlines, magazine titles, book covers, pull quotes, branding, editorial, classic, formal, confident, literary, editorial voice, classic revival, premium feel, display emphasis, print-like texture, bracketed serifs, crisp terminals, calligraphic stress, sharp apexes, sculpted curves.
A high-contrast serif with sharp, bracketed serifs and a distinctly calligraphic stress. Strokes transition quickly from thick verticals to fine hairlines, with crisp wedge-like terminals and pointed apexes on letters such as A and V. Counters are compact and well controlled, and curves (notably in C, G, S, and 3) feel sculpted rather than geometric. The overall rhythm is even and upright, with a slightly taut, engraved quality and clear differentiation in forms across capitals, lowercase, and numerals.
This design suits editorial headlines, magazine and book titling, and other display applications where contrast and sharp detailing can be appreciated. It also works well for pull quotes and refined branding wordmarks, particularly in print-like contexts or high-resolution digital settings.
The tone is classic and editorial, projecting authority and refinement. Its sharp serifs and bright hairlines give it a formal, publication-driven voice, while the energetic curves add a touch of dramatic elegance. Overall it reads as confident and traditional rather than friendly or casual.
The font appears intended as a contemporary take on a classic text-serif tradition, emphasizing contrast, crisp serif detailing, and a polished editorial color. Its proportions and disciplined rhythm suggest a focus on clarity and authority, with enough sculpting to feel premium and expressive in display sizes.
In text, the strong thick–thin contrast creates a lively texture and pronounced vertical emphasis, especially at larger sizes. The numerals follow the same sculpted, high-contrast logic, with distinctive curves and angled terminals that suit display settings.