Outline Urli 3 is a light, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, invitations, posters, branding, packaging, elegant, vintage, refined, airy, decorative, decorative refinement, engraved effect, classic display, hairline, inline detail, serifed, engraved, high-waisted.
A delicate serif outline face built from thin outer contours with an inner inline that creates a hollow, double-stroke effect. Letterforms are tall and slightly condensed, with crisp serifs, smooth curves, and mostly consistent stroke logic across capitals, lowercase, and numerals. The overall rhythm is measured and formal, with generous interior space in bowls and a clean, uncluttered texture when set in text despite the decorative construction.
Best suited to display roles where the outline and inline detailing can be appreciated: editorial headlines, event materials, invitations, boutique branding, premium packaging, and elegant signage. It can work for short passages at larger sizes, but the fine contour work favors spacious layouts and higher-resolution output.
The font conveys a polished, old-world elegance with an engraved, display-oriented character. Its airy outlines and refined detailing suggest sophistication and ceremony rather than utilitarian text setting, giving headlines a poised, boutique feel.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif voice with a decorative, hollow construction that adds sophistication without becoming overly ornate. It targets scenarios where a traditional typographic foundation is desired, but with extra visual sparkle and an engraved finish.
The inline/outlined construction is especially noticeable on vertical stems and round letters, producing a subtle striped look that reads like engraving or fine signwork. Numerals and capitals maintain a classic, bookish proportion, while the lowercase stays restrained and readable, reinforcing a traditional tone.