Serif Normal Lysa 8 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Fansan' by W Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, magazines, headlines, branding, invitations, editorial, classic, literary, refined, authoritative, editorial text, classic elegance, premium tone, headline support, readable contrast, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, open, sculpted.
This serif has sharply defined, bracketed serifs and strong stroke contrast that gives letters a crisp, engraved presence. Curves are generously rounded with tapered joins, while terminals often end in subtle beak-like flicks that add a slightly calligraphic flavor without becoming ornate. Proportions feel spacious and somewhat expanded, with open counters and steady vertical stress that keeps paragraphs looking clean and composed. Numerals and capitals share the same polished contrast and firm baseline behavior, reading clearly at display and text sizes in the sample.
It performs well for long-form reading in books and editorial layouts, where its open counters and structured contrast create an even text color. The expanded stance and sharp serifs also make it effective for headlines, pull quotes, and refined branding systems that need a classic, premium impression. It can suit formal collateral such as programs, invitations, and certificates when a traditional serif voice is desired.
The overall tone is formal and editorial, conveying tradition, care, and authority. Its high-contrast rhythm and sculpted serifs suggest a bookish, cultured voice suited to established brands and publication settings rather than casual or utilitarian interfaces.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, high-contrast text serif with an elevated, editorial finish—combining readability with a more polished, display-capable sparkle. Its measured proportions and consistent detailing suggest a focus on versatile typography for both body copy and prominent titles.
The italic is not shown, and the design presented reads as a roman with consistent detailing across uppercase, lowercase, and figures. The lowercase maintains a balanced, readable texture with clear differentiation between similar forms (such as i/j and o/0), while the uppercase has a stately, headline-ready weight distribution.