Serif Normal Liniv 11 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book titles, headlines, branding, elegant, formal, refined, classic, refinement, authority, classic revival, luxury feel, editorial tone, hairline serifs, bracketed serifs, vertical stress, crisp terminals, open counters.
This typeface is a high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and sharp, hairline finishing strokes. The serifs read as bracketed and finely tapered, giving stems a crisp, chiseled look without feeling slabby. Uppercase forms are stately and fairly narrow in their inner fit, while lowercase maintains a balanced x-height with clear, open counters and a rhythmic, vertical texture. Numerals match the text color with strong contrast and refined curves, staying legible while retaining an elegant, calligraphic stress.
It works particularly well for editorial typography—magazine layouts, book and journal styling, and refined headline systems where contrast and elegance are assets. It can also support premium branding and packaging, especially in larger sizes where hairlines and serif detail can render cleanly.
Overall, the font conveys a polished, cultivated tone associated with literature, fashion, and formal publishing. The combination of sharp hairlines and smooth, controlled curves feels luxurious and authoritative rather than casual or utilitarian.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on a classic high-contrast text serif: disciplined proportions, clear letterfit, and a luxurious, print-forward finish. Its emphasis on thin serifs and vertical rhythm suggests a focus on sophisticated reading environments and display-led editorial hierarchy.
In the samples, the thin strokes become especially delicate in tight joins and at terminals, which heightens the sophistication but also makes the face visually sensitive to reproduction conditions. The italic is not shown; the presented style reads consistently upright with a composed, classical cadence.