Serif Normal Mimay 6 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Sally' by Fontsmith, 'Acta Pro' and 'Velino Text' by Monotype, 'Lust Text' by Positype, and 'Frasa' by Tokotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, authoritative, formal, classic, bookish, impact, readability, tradition, editorial tone, authority, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, sharp joins, open counters, strong serifs.
A robust serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and strongly bracketed, wedge-like serifs. The letterforms are broad and steady, with compact internal counters that stay open enough to remain legible at display sizes. Round letters show a slightly vertical stress, and several glyphs feature ball terminals and teardrop-like finishing strokes, adding a traditional, print-oriented flavor. Overall spacing and rhythm feel sturdy and even, with crisp joins and confident horizontals that give lines of text a dense, emphatic texture.
This style performs well in headlines, subheads, and editorial layouts where a strong serif presence is desirable. It suits book and magazine applications, cover titling, and branding systems that want traditional credibility and impact, particularly when set in larger sizes or with comfortable line spacing.
The font conveys a classic, authoritative tone associated with editorial and institutional typography. Its strong contrast and weight read as confident and formal, while the traditional serif detailing adds a bookish, old-style warmth rather than a modern minimalist feel.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, highly legible serif voice with added weight and contrast for emphasis. Its detailing prioritizes a familiar print-classic structure while pushing stroke presence and serif strength to create a commanding typographic color.
In the sample text, the heavy strokes and compact apertures create a dark, cohesive paragraph color, making it especially impactful for short blocks and prominent typographic moments. Numerals and capitals appear designed to match the same sturdy, traditional rhythm, supporting a consistent voice across headings and mixed-case settings.