Serif Normal Lires 6 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'CG Times' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, branding, packaging, classic, authoritative, literary, traditional, readability, tradition, authority, editorial tone, strong presence, bracketed, crisp, formal, robust, calligraphic.
A robust serif with pronounced stroke contrast and strongly bracketed serifs that read clearly at display and text sizes. The letterforms show confident, slightly calligraphic modulation, with firm vertical stems and rounded, weighty curves that create a dense texture. Terminals are mostly sharp and traditional, while bowls and counters stay open enough to preserve legibility despite the heavy overall color. Proportions are conventional, with steady caps, a moderate x-height, and numerals that share the same high-contrast, old-style rhythm.
It is well suited to editorial typography, book interiors, and magazine layouts where a traditional serif texture is desired. The strong weight also makes it effective for headlines, pull quotes, and heritage-leaning branding or packaging that benefits from a classic, trustworthy impression.
The overall tone is classic and authoritative, with a bookish, editorial voice. Its weight and contrast lend a formal, established feel suited to traditional publishing and institutional communication.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast serif for general-purpose reading and editorial work, balancing traditional detailing with enough weight to hold up in prominent sizes and strong printing conditions.
The font maintains a consistent, orthodox serif grammar across uppercase and lowercase, with a noticeably strong presence in running text. The bold color and contrast emphasize word shapes and make punctuation and figures feel integrated rather than secondary.