Serif Normal Linay 6 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, book covers, posters, elegant, authoritative, classic, formal, luxury tone, editorial impact, classic revival, high contrast, didone-like, hairline serifs, bracketless, vertical stress, crisp.
A refined serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a strongly vertical axis. Hairline, largely unbracketed serifs and sharp terminals create a crisp silhouette, while the main stems stay sturdy and straight. Uppercase proportions are stately and slightly condensed in feel, with smooth, rounded bowls (C, O) contrasted by crisp joins and tapered diagonals (V, W, X). The lowercase shows a moderate x-height with compact counters and clean, high-contrast details; figures follow the same display-leaning contrast, including a distinctive curved-top 2 and a sharply finished 7.
Best suited to headlines, deck type, magazine layouts, and sophisticated branding where high contrast can shine. It can also support short blocks of text or introductions at comfortable sizes, especially in print-oriented or editorial contexts where a classic, upscale voice is desired.
The overall tone is polished and high-end, projecting authority and tradition with a contemporary, fashion-forward edge. Its sharp contrast and precise finishing lend a dramatic, editorial presence that reads as confident and formal rather than casual.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional, high-contrast serif look with clean, modern precision—prioritizing elegance, impact, and typographic refinement in display and editorial applications.
At larger sizes the hairline features and fine serifs read as a key stylistic signature, giving text a bright, sparkling texture. In denser settings, the tight apertures and strong contrast make it feel more like a headline or pull-quote face than an all-purpose workhorse text serif.