Serif Normal Olnel 7 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, reports, academic, traditional, bookish, formal, literary, refined, readability, tradition, text setting, editorial tone, print heritage, bracketed, oldstyle, warm, readable, calligraphic.
A traditional serif with bracketed, wedge-like serifs and softly tapered strokes that hint at pen-influenced construction. Curves are full and slightly egg-shaped, with moderate stroke modulation and rounded joins that keep the texture smooth rather than sharp. Capitals feel sturdy and classically proportioned, while lowercase shows a compact rhythm with a two-storey “a,” an angled ear on “g,” and a gently descending “y.” Numerals are robust and clear, with oldstyle-like curvature and terminals that match the serif vocabulary.
Well suited to long-form reading in books, essays, and editorial layouts where an even text color and traditional serif presence are desired. It also fits formal documents, academic material, and brand communications that benefit from a classic, print-rooted character.
The overall tone is classic and literary, evoking printed pages and established editorial typography. Its softened edges and moderate contrast lend a warm, familiar voice that feels trustworthy and composed rather than flashy.
The design appears aimed at a dependable, conventional text serif that prioritizes readability and a familiar typographic voice, combining moderate contrast with softly shaped serifs for comfortable, continuous setting.
Serifs are consistently bracketed and slightly flared, creating a stable baseline and a cohesive horizontal flow in text. Spacing appears balanced for continuous reading, with open counters and steady sidebearings that produce an even, calm color in paragraphs.