Serif Normal Ofreh 12 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Alkes' and 'Plush' by Fontfabric (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, headlines, magazines, branding, bookish, traditional, warm, literary, readability, classic tone, editorial utility, versatility, bracketed, rounded, robust, open, sturdy.
This serif presents sturdy, slightly condensed-to-normal letterforms with moderate contrast and clearly bracketed serifs. Strokes are rounded and softly tapered, with a calm, steady rhythm and generous counters that keep the texture open in longer lines. The caps feel classical and grounded, while the lowercase shows a readable, workmanlike structure with a two-storey a and g, compact joins, and solid verticals. Numerals appear lining and proportioned for text, with simple, familiar forms and consistent serif treatment.
It performs well for book typography, essays, and editorial layouts where a familiar, comfortable serif texture is desired. The strong caps and steady stroke weight also make it effective for headings, pull quotes, and identity work that benefits from a classic, trustworthy feel.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, leaning toward a classic printing sensibility rather than a sharp modern one. Its softened curves and sturdy serifs give it a warm, dependable voice that feels suited to long-form reading and established editorial contexts.
The design appears intended as a conventional, highly readable text serif with a traditional foundation and softened details for comfortable, contemporary use. It aims to provide a stable typographic voice that can move between body copy and display sizes without losing its characteristic warmth.
Serifs are pronounced but not slab-like, and the terminals avoid extreme sharpness, which helps maintain an even color at larger text blocks. Spacing and proportions appear balanced for continuous setting, with a slightly robust presence that holds up well in bold headlines as shown in the sample.