Serif Normal Lilev 9 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book titles, headlines, invitations, elegant, refined, literary, formal, luxury tone, editorial polish, classic refinement, display clarity, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, bracketed serifs, didone-like, crisp.
This serif typeface shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with hairline connecting strokes and crisp, tapering serifs. Capitals are stately and well-proportioned, with clean vertical stress and sharp joins that keep counters open despite the contrast. Lowercase forms are compact and rhythmic, combining sturdy stems with delicate curves and terminals; the overall texture is bright and high-definition, especially in curves and diagonals. Numerals follow the same contrast-driven construction, reading as formal lining figures with fine details that benefit from generous size.
This design suits editorial typography such as magazine headlines, pull quotes, and book or journal titling where high contrast adds polish. It also works well for formal collateral—programs, invitations, and luxury-oriented branding—especially when printed at sizes that preserve the thin details. For longer text, it will be most comfortable in high-quality reproduction with careful leading and not-too-tight tracking.
The font conveys an elegant, editorial tone associated with high-end print and classic publishing. Its high-contrast sparkle and sculpted serifs feel formal and cultivated, suggesting authority and sophistication rather than casual utility.
The letterforms appear intended to deliver a classic, high-contrast reading and display serif with a premium, print-forward finish. The construction emphasizes sharpness, verticality, and refined detailing to create an authoritative, fashionable typographic voice.
In paragraph settings the hairline strokes and thin serifs become a defining feature, creating a refined, slightly dramatic color that can appear delicate at small sizes or on low-resolution output. The capitals carry a display-like presence, while the lowercase maintains enough regularity to support continuous reading when set with comfortable size and line spacing.