Outline Tihu 3 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, invitations, elegant, airy, art deco, refined, decorative, display impact, vintage glam, ornamental elegance, branding, monoline, inline, linear, delicate, ornamental.
A delicate outline serif with a consistent, monoline contour that traces each letterform as a hollow shell. The design relies on tall verticals, compact bowls, and crisp wedge-like terminals, with occasional inline detailing that reads as a second internal contour. Curves are smooth and restrained, counters stay open, and spacing feels measured, giving the alphabet a neat, gridded rhythm. Numerals follow the same linear construction, with the 2 and 3 showing distinctive layered/stepped strokes that emphasize the outlined build.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, brand marks, editorial covers, event materials, and premium packaging where the outlined silhouette can be appreciated. It also works well for short pull quotes and titling, especially when paired with a simpler text face for body copy.
The font conveys a light, jewelry-like sophistication—polished and architectural rather than warm or handwritten. Its outlined construction produces a luminous, display-forward tone reminiscent of vintage signage and high-end packaging, where elegance comes from restraint and precision.
The design appears intended to offer a refined, decorative serif built from outline contours, prioritizing stylized presence over dense text readability. Its consistent linear construction and vintage-leaning details suggest a goal of creating a distinctive, upscale display voice for branding and statement typography.
Because the strokes are purely contour-based, small sizes can cause the outlines and inner detailing to visually close up; the letterforms read best when given enough scale and contrast against the background. Round letters like O/Q show especially prominent interior voids, reinforcing the airy, decorative character.