Serif Normal Fubef 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book italics, editorial, magazine, pull quotes, invitations, classic, literary, refined, formal, text companion, elegant emphasis, editorial voice, classic styling, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, tapered strokes, open counters, diagonal stress.
A high-contrast italic serif with tapered main strokes and crisp hairlines, showing a consistent rightward slant and calligraphic modulation. Serifs are bracketed and sharp, with pointed terminals and occasional teardrop-like endings, giving the letterforms a lively, slightly flourishy rhythm without becoming ornate. Proportions feel moderately narrow with varied character widths, and the spacing reads even in text, supported by open counters and clear interior shapes in both capitals and lowercase.
Works well for book and long-form editorial typography where italic is needed for emphasis, citations, or section leads. It also suits magazine features, pull quotes, and formal stationery where a classic, high-contrast italic voice is desirable.
The overall tone is traditional and cultured, suggesting literary and editorial settings. Its brisk italic motion and sharp detailing add a sense of elegance and formality, suited to expressive emphasis rather than utilitarian neutrality.
Likely designed to provide a traditional italic companion for text settings, balancing expressive calligraphic energy with dependable readability. The sharp serifs and strong contrast appear intended to convey refinement and hierarchy in editorial and literary typography.
Capitals carry a dignified, inscriptional feel with strong contrast and clean joining, while the lowercase maintains a smooth, readable texture at text sizes. Numerals appear italicized to match the set, with consistent contrast and curved forms that align well with the serifed style.