Serif Normal Iprap 7 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Classic Round' and 'Classic XtraRound' by Durotype, 'Jornada Slab' by Monotype, 'Susan Classic' by ParaType, and 'Portada' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, books, editorial, academic, print, classic, bookish, traditional, scholarly, formal, readability, tradition, editorial tone, print comfort, bracketed, oldstyle, robust, readable, rounded.
A sturdy serif with bracketed serifs and softly rounded stroke terminals that keep the texture warm rather than crisp. Strokes are fairly even with modest modulation, producing a stable, readable rhythm in both display sizes and text. Capitals are broad and authoritative, while the lowercase shows oldstyle influence through gently tapered joins and open counters; the two-storey a and g and the compact, well-supported n/m give paragraphs an even, familiar color. Numerals appear lining and proportioned with clear, straightforward forms.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, journals, and editorial layouts where an even typographic color is important. It can also serve for headings, captions, and formal collateral that benefits from a conventional, authoritative serif voice.
The overall tone is classic and bookish, suggesting traditional printing and editorial typography. Its rounded detailing and steady weight distribution lend a calm, trustworthy voice that feels scholarly without becoming ornate.
The design appears intended as a conventional, highly readable serif for continuous text, balancing traditional proportions with slightly softened details to maintain comfort and clarity across sizes.
Serifs are present but not sharp, with noticeable bracketing that smooths transitions into stems. Bowls and curves (C, G, S, e) are generously open, and the shapes avoid extremes, prioritizing legibility and an even page texture.