Serif Normal Mibab 6 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Civita' by Hoftype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book titles, posters, branding, authoritative, classic, formal, literary, gravitas, readability, tradition, editorial impact, heritage tone, bracketed, calligraphic, ball terminals, robust, crisp.
A robust serif with bracketed, flared serifs and pronounced stroke modulation. The letterforms show compact, well-contained counters and a steady vertical stress, with crisp joins and sturdy stems that hold up at display sizes. Curves are slightly calligraphic, and several lowercase forms feature soft ball terminals and tapered exits that add warmth without breaking the overall discipline. Numerals and capitals read solid and stately, with a broad footprint and confident spacing rhythm.
Well-suited to headlines, deck copy, and title treatments where a strong serif voice is desired. It can also serve editorial contexts such as magazine features or book titling, especially when a classic, emphatic texture is needed. In branding, it fits identities aiming for heritage, gravitas, and a traditional premium feel.
The tone is traditional and authoritative, with a bookish, editorial presence. Its heavy color and refined contrast suggest seriousness and credibility, while the subtle calligraphic detailing keeps it from feeling mechanical. Overall it projects a classic, institutional voice suited to confident messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional text-serif impression with elevated impact: traditional proportions, clear serif structure, and enough contrast and detailing to perform confidently in prominent settings. It balances formality with a hint of hand-influenced softness to keep long lines from feeling overly rigid.
The rhythm is dense and emphatic, producing a strong typographic “black” on the page. Round forms stay relatively tight, and the serifs help maintain clear horizontal alignment and a composed texture in paragraphs.