Serif Other Ebli 3 is a very bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Fresh Mango' by Shakira Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, branding, packaging, vintage, dramatic, playful, editorial, theatrical, expressive display, vintage revival, high-impact branding, decorative texture, flared, wedge serif, ball terminals, ink-trap feel, calligraphic.
A highly stylized serif with heavy, sculpted letterforms and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Serifs are wedge-like and often flared, with sharp triangular cuts and tapering joins that create a carved, chiseled impression. Curves show bulbous, ball-like terminals and teardrop counters, while some strokes appear slightly pinched or notched, producing an ink-trap-like bite at junctions. The overall rhythm is lively and uneven in a deliberate way, with swashy diagonals and energetic, faceted curves that keep the texture bold and graphic in text.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, posters, book and album covers, and brand marks where its strong contrast and decorative details can be appreciated. It can also work for short pull quotes or packaging typography, especially at larger sizes where the internal cut-ins and terminals remain clear.
The font conveys a vintage, theatrical tone—confident and attention-grabbing, with a slightly whimsical, storybook edge. Its exaggerated contrast and sculptural terminals create a sense of drama and personality, suggesting classic display typography with a modern decorative twist.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum character in a classic serif framework by amplifying contrast, sharpening serifs into wedges, and adding rounded terminals for a distinctive, memorable silhouette. It prioritizes expressive texture and vintage flair for display typography rather than invisible, utilitarian text setting.
In running text the strong internal shapes (teardrop counters, sharp cut-ins, and ball terminals) become a defining texture, giving words a distinctive, patterned color. Numerals and capitals maintain the same carved, high-contrast language, favoring impact over neutrality.