Serif Normal Mimay 15 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Century 751' by Bitstream, 'ITC Stone Serif' by ITC, 'Gibralt' by NamelaType, and 'Editora' by Untype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, traditional, authoritative, literary, stately, classic tone, strong impact, editorial voice, print emphasis, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, robust, bookish.
A robust serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and clearly bracketed serifs. The letterforms show a traditional, slightly calligraphic construction: broad, weighty verticals paired with tapered joins and firm, sculpted terminals. Counters are moderately open, rounds are full and smooth, and the overall rhythm feels steady and anchored, with capitals that read solid and emphatic. Numerals match the text weight and share the same strong contrast and serif treatment for a cohesive texture.
Best suited to display and editorial contexts where a bold, classic serif texture is desirable—magazine headings, book or journal titling, posters, and brand marks that need a traditional, authoritative tone. It can also work for short blocks of text when a strong, high-contrast voice is intended, though its heavy color will dominate lighter layouts.
The font conveys a classic, editorial voice—confident, formal, and somewhat literary. Its strong presence and crisp contrast suggest authority and seriousness, with a refined, print-forward character rather than a casual or playful tone.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, print-classic serif voice with heightened presence—combining traditional bracketed serifs and calligraphic contrast with sturdy proportions for strong impact in titles and prominent copy.
In the sample text, the weight and contrast create a dark, high-ink texture that holds together tightly across lines, giving headlines and emphatic copy a commanding look. The ampersand and punctuation share the same sturdy, traditional styling, helping mixed-content settings feel consistent.