Serif Normal Mavu 3 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Periodico' by Emtype Foundry and 'Askan' by Hoftype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, packaging, traditional, authoritative, formal, literary, heritage feel, headline impact, editorial voice, classic readability, bracketed, scotch-like, robust, stately, bookish.
A robust serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and strongly bracketed wedge serifs. The overall color is dark and solid, with broad proportions and generous counters that help keep forms open despite the heavy weight. Curves are full and rounded (notably in C, O, and S), while terminals and serifs taper to sharp points, producing crisp joins and a slightly calligraphic flavor. Lowercase forms read conventional and sturdy, with a two-storey g and a compact, vertical stress; figures are weighty and wide with clear, old-style-influenced shapes.
Best suited to headlines, deck copy, and display typography where its weight, contrast, and broad proportions can shine. It also fits editorial settings such as magazine titles and book-cover typography, and can support classic or heritage-leaning packaging and branding when used with comfortable spacing.
The font conveys a confident, traditional tone—serious, editorial, and slightly old-world. Its strong contrast and emphatic serifs add a sense of authority and ceremony, making it feel suited to institutions, publishing, and heritage-minded branding.
The design appears intended as a contemporary, bolder take on traditional book serifs: familiar structures and readable proportions, amplified by strong contrast and substantial serifs to deliver impact in display and editorial contexts.
In text, the heavy verticals and tapered serifs create a strong rhythm and a punchy texture that favors larger sizes. The wide stance and firm serifs give headlines a planted, trustworthy presence, while the open counters prevent the face from feeling overly cramped.