Serif Normal Ihmoz 3 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, literary fiction, magazines, academic, classic, literary, formal, traditional, authoritative, text readability, editorial tone, traditional forms, typographic neutrality, bracketed serifs, oldstyle numerals, ball terminals, crisp, bookish.
This serif face shows bracketed, gently tapered serifs and moderate stroke modulation, producing a steady, readable texture. Capitals are compact and upright with clear, traditional proportions, while lowercase forms are relatively narrow with rounded bowls and a calm rhythm across words. Several letters show soft, calligraphic details such as subtle ball terminals (notably on forms like “a” and “f”), and the overall drawing keeps curves smooth and joins clean. The numerals appear as oldstyle figures with ascenders and descenders, blending naturally into running text.
It suits long-form reading such as books, essays, and editorial layouts where a conventional serif voice is desired. It can also serve well for formal communications and headings that benefit from a traditional, authoritative tone without heavy ornament.
The tone is classic and bookish, evoking established editorial typography and a quietly formal voice. Its restrained contrast and familiar serif structure feel trustworthy and traditional without becoming ornate.
The design appears intended as a dependable text serif: traditional letterforms, moderate modulation, and controlled details aimed at producing an even, comfortable reading rhythm in paragraphs.
In text, spacing reads even and the serifs help guide the eye along the line, supporting continuous reading. The x-height sits comfortably against the capitals, keeping the page color consistent and controlled.