Serif Normal Obrif 3 is a light, very wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, books, magazines, headlines, invitations, classic, literary, elegant, formal, readability, tradition, refinement, editorial tone, classic authority, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, delicate, airy.
This serif shows a refined, old-style construction with clear stroke modulation and bracketed serifs that taper to sharp terminals. Curves are generously drawn and bowls are open, giving the letterforms an airy, wide-set feel, while thin hairlines create a crisp, high-definition texture. Capitals are stately and evenly proportioned; lowercase forms keep a steady rhythm with modest contrast in joins and distinctly shaped terminals (notably in c, e, f, and y). Numerals follow the same contrast pattern with elegant curves and small finishing strokes, maintaining consistency with the text face.
Well-suited to editorial layouts, book typography, and magazine settings where a classic serif voice is desired. It also works effectively for display applications such as headlines, pull quotes, cultural branding, and formal printed pieces where its crisp serifs and elegant contrast can be showcased.
The overall tone is traditional and cultured, evoking book typography and established editorial design. Its bright, delicate color and sharp detailing read as polished and formal, with a subtle classical warmth rather than a strictly modern austerity.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with a classic, literary voice, emphasizing clarity through open counters and measured proportions while adding sophistication through pronounced stroke contrast and finely shaped serifs.
In the text sample, the narrow hairlines and sharp serifs become especially prominent at larger sizes, producing a sparkling texture. The wide letterforms and open counters help maintain clarity in mixed-case settings, while the punctuation and ampersand match the same refined, calligraphic finishing.