Serif Normal Liniv 3 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: magazines, book typography, headlines, invitations, brand titles, elegant, editorial, classic, formal, refined, editorial polish, classic authority, luxury tone, typographic contrast, sharp serifs, sculpted curves, crisp terminals, vertical stress, calligraphic contrast.
A high-contrast serif with crisp hairlines and weighty main strokes, showing a strongly vertical, chiseled rhythm. Serifs are sharp and bracketed, with tapered, knife-like entry/exit strokes on many letters and tight joins that emphasize a cut-from-metal clarity. Capitals are stately and slightly narrow in feel, while the lowercase balances compact counters with pronounced thick–thin modulation; the double-storey a and g reinforce a traditional text-seriffed construction. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, with slender horizontals and delicate curves that read as refined rather than robust.
Well-suited to editorial design, book typography, and other print-leaning layouts where a refined serif texture is desired. It excels in headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and formal collateral such as invitations or certificates, and can support brand titles that want a classic, upscale impression.
The overall tone is formal and polished, evoking bookish authority and fashion-like sophistication. Its dramatic contrast and precise finishing give it a premium, editorial voice that feels composed and traditional rather than casual or quirky.
The design appears aimed at a conventional, literary serif voice updated with pronounced contrast and crisp, precise detailing. It prioritizes elegance and typographic drama through sharp serifs, disciplined proportions, and a controlled, vertical rhythm.
In continuous text, the strong contrast creates a bright, sparkling texture with noticeable vertical emphasis. The sharp serifs and very thin hairlines contribute to a delicate appearance at smaller sizes, while larger settings highlight the sculptural curves and classic proportions.