Serif Normal Ohdop 8 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Felice' by Nootype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, print, academic, classic, bookish, formal, traditional, authoritative, readability, tradition, bracketed, oldstyle, robust, legible, balanced.
This is a conventional text serif with bracketed, moderately sized serifs and a steady, readable rhythm. Strokes show clear thick–thin modulation without becoming delicate, and terminals are generally rounded or softly tapered. Capitals are sturdy and fairly wide with calm proportions, while lowercase forms are compact and consistent, with a two-storey “a” and “g” and a clear, open “e.” Figures appear lining and proportioned to sit firmly on the baseline, matching the overall solidity of the letters.
It is well suited to body text in books, essays, reports, and other editorial layouts where sustained readability matters. It can also serve for headings, captions, and institutional materials when a classic serif voice is desired, particularly in print-oriented designs.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, with a dependable, editorial character. It conveys a formal, established voice suited to institutions and long-form reading, feeling more classic than stylized or trendy.
The design intent appears to be a dependable, general-purpose text serif with familiar letterforms and restrained detail. Its moderate contrast and stable proportions aim to balance warmth and authority for everyday reading and publishing contexts.
Counters and apertures stay reasonably open for a serif of this style, helping maintain clarity at text sizes. The serifs and joins feel smooth and slightly rounded, giving the design a robust, printed-page sensibility rather than a sharp, high-contrast look.