Serif Normal Likaf 3 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, book jackets, branding, elegant, classical, refined, dramatic, classic authority, editorial polish, display impact, luxury tone, sharp serifs, bracketed, sculpted, calligraphic, crisp.
A high-contrast serif with sculpted, wedge-like terminals and crisp bracketed serifs that give strokes a carved, calligraphic feel. Curves are smoothly modeled with pronounced thick–thin transitions, while horizontals stay relatively light, creating a bright, glittering texture in text. The lowercase shows compact, well-contained counters and slightly tapered joins; ascenders are firm and vertical, and the ear/terminals add pointed accents that keep the rhythm lively. Numerals follow the same sharp, chiseled logic, with clean diagonals and strong stress that matches the letterforms.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, and editorial settings where contrast and sharp detailing can be appreciated—magazine typography, book covers, and brand identities with a classic-luxe direction. It can also work for short passages in high-quality print or larger on-screen sizes where the hairlines remain clear.
The overall tone is refined and theatrical, balancing classical bookish authority with a fashionable, high-end polish. Its sharp serifs and dramatic contrast project sophistication and a slightly ceremonial presence, making text feel curated rather than utilitarian.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on a traditional serif: familiar proportions and readability cues paired with heightened contrast and chiseled, expressive terminals for impact. It aims to provide an elegant text voice that can also perform as a distinctive display face when set larger.
In the sample text, the face builds a distinct, patterned color: dark stems and hairline connections create a dynamic cadence that reads as premium and typographic-forward. The pointed terminals and narrow internal apertures can look especially striking at display sizes where the modeling and tapering are most visible.