Calligraphic Tipi 3 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A rounded, display-oriented serif with a calligraphic flavor and lively, slightly irregular rhythm. Strokes are thick with gentle modulation and pronounced, curved bracket-like joins into the serifs. Terminals often curl into teardrop or hook shapes, giving many letters a soft, swashy finish. Counters are generally open and circular, and the overall texture is dense but readable, with noticeable character-to-character variety that enhances a hand-drawn feel.
Best suited for headlines, titles, and short blocks of copy where its decorative terminals can be appreciated. It works well for packaging, labels, posters, and brand marks seeking a vintage or handcrafted voice, and for book covers or children’s/folk-oriented editorial display where warmth and personality are desired.
The font reads as warm and playful, with a nostalgic, old-time charm. Its curled terminals and bouncy proportions create a friendly, slightly whimsical tone suited to expressive headings rather than neutral text.
The design appears intended to blend traditional serif structure with hand-rendered calligraphic flourishes, creating a distinctive display face that feels approachable and nostalgic while remaining legible at typical heading sizes.
Uppercase forms carry the strongest decorative cues (notably in letters with prominent entry/exit curls), while the lowercase stays rounded and compact, maintaining a consistent, cheerful cadence. Numerals match the same soft, curled serif treatment, helping mixed alphanumeric settings feel cohesive.