Serif Normal Fimij 3 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Berthold Corporate A' by Berthold and 'Corporate A' and 'Corporate A WGL' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book italic, magazine, invitations, branding, elegant, literary, refined, formal, italic emphasis, classic refinement, high-contrast drama, editorial polish, calligraphic, bracketed, hairline, wedge serif, sharp.
A high-contrast italic serif with crisp hairlines, weighty verticals, and sharply tapered, wedge-like serifs. The design shows a strong rightward slant and a calligraphic stress that produces lively thick–thin modulation, especially in curved letters and numerals. Proportions feel classical and slightly condensed in places, with tight apertures and compact counters that keep the texture dark and cohesive in setting. Terminals are clean and pointed rather than rounded, and the overall rhythm is energetic yet controlled, reading like a traditional book italic interpreted with a sharper edge.
Well-suited for editorial typography such as magazine features, book interiors (especially for emphasis, quotes, or foreign words), and refined branding where an italic voice is needed. It also fits formal applications like invitations, programs, and packaging that benefit from high-contrast elegance, performing best when given comfortable sizes and spacing.
The tone is polished and cultivated, evoking literature, heritage publishing, and formal communication. Its dramatic contrast and italic movement add a sense of sophistication and emphasis, making text feel intentional and elevated rather than casual.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic italic reading experience with heightened contrast and crisp detailing, balancing tradition with a slightly sharper, more fashion-forward finish. It aims to provide a distinguished emphasis style that stands out without abandoning conventional serif structure.
Uppercase forms maintain a stately presence with pronounced diagonals and crisp finishing strokes, while the lowercase leans more calligraphic, with distinctive, slightly varied letter widths that create a lively line. Numerals match the same sharp contrast and italic momentum, giving figures a display-like presence within text.