Serif Normal Ildid 3 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Diogenes' by Ludwig Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literature, academic, classic, bookish, formal, literary, refined, readability, tradition, elegance, editorial tone, print text, bracketed, hairline, transitional, crisp, calligraphic.
This typeface presents a conventional text serif structure with pronounced contrast between thick stems and fine hairlines. Serifs are finely bracketed and sharply finished, giving terminals a crisp, engraved feel without becoming rigid. The uppercase proportions are stately and fairly wide, with smooth, rounded bowls (C, O, Q) and a clear vertical stress. Lowercase forms show a traditional two-storey a and g, compact apertures, and a measured rhythm that stays even across long lines; the numerals share the same high-contrast, old-style text dignity with open counters and thin connecting strokes.
It suits long-form reading such as book interiors, essays, and editorial layouts where a traditional serif voice is desired. It also works well for formal documents, headings with a classic tone, and typographic systems that need a refined, familiar text face.
Overall, the tone is classical and literary, evoking printed books, academic settings, and formal correspondence. The sharp hairlines and clean serifs add refinement and a sense of authority, while the familiar letterforms keep it approachable for extended reading.
The design appears intended as a dependable, traditional serif for continuous text, emphasizing readability through familiar forms while adding sophistication via strong stroke modulation and fine, bracketed serifs. Its overall balance suggests a focus on classical typographic conventions and a polished, print-oriented texture.
In text, the face maintains a steady baseline and consistent spacing, with delicate joins and thin horizontals that contribute to an elegant texture. The italics are not shown; the displayed style relies on upright, traditional roman forms with careful modulation in curves and strokes.