Serif Other Ipli 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, magazines, branding, classical, dramatic, refined, literary, elegant display, editorial voice, classic revival, ornamental detail, flared serifs, calligraphic, bracketed, tapered strokes, crisp.
A high-contrast serif with a sharp, engraved feel: thick verticals and hairline joins create a bright, rhythmic texture. Serifs are bracketed and often flared into tapered terminals, with occasional teardrop/ball-like finishing on letters such as J, Q, a, and g. The design mixes crisp, straight stems with subtly calligraphic curves, producing lively modulation in bowls and diagonals (notably in V/W and the numerals). Lowercase forms are fairly compact with distinctive entry/exit strokes, and the figures show pronounced contrast and stylized terminals that read well at display sizes.
Well-suited to headlines, decks, and pull quotes where its contrast and ornamental terminals can be appreciated. It also fits editorial and literary contexts such as magazine titles and book covers, and can lend a refined, heritage-leaning voice to branding when used at larger sizes.
The tone is elegant and slightly theatrical—evoking book typography and classic editorial styling, but with enough ornamental terminals to feel expressive and bespoke. It balances tradition with a hint of flourish, giving text a confident, cultivated presence.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif foundation with heightened contrast and tasteful, calligraphic detailing—aimed at creating an elegant, attention-getting texture in display and editorial typography.
The font’s personality comes through in its distinctive terminals and the way curves tighten into fine hairlines, creating sparkle in larger settings. Several glyphs exhibit decorative hooks and balls that add character without tipping into full script, making the overall color more animated than a strictly conventional text serif.