Serif Normal Tegim 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book italics, magazines, headlines, quotations, elegant, literary, classic, refined, text italic, editorial voice, classic refinement, elegant emphasis, bracketed serifs, transitional, calligraphic, crisp, sharply tapered.
This is a high-contrast italic serif with a pronounced rightward slant and finely tapered strokes. Serifs are bracketed and sharp, with hairline terminals and crisp wedge-like finishing on many strokes, giving the outlines a sculpted, engraved feel. Uppercase forms are relatively narrow and formal, while lowercase shows lively, calligraphic construction with single-storey a and g, and a long, descending f that adds vertical rhythm. Curves are smooth and tightly controlled, and the spacing appears measured for continuous reading with a slightly energetic, forward-leaning texture.
This style is well-suited to editorial typography—magazine features, book italics, pull quotes, and refined headlines where a classic italic voice is desired. It can also serve branding and packaging that benefits from a traditional, upscale serif with clear contrast and a dynamic slant.
The overall tone is polished and literary, suggesting tradition, sophistication, and a sense of motion typical of book italics. It feels cultured and authoritative rather than playful, with a refined sharpness that reads as premium and editorial.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast italic for text and display, balancing classical serif structure with calligraphic energy. Its narrow, disciplined capitals and animated lowercase aim to provide a polished italic voice that stands out without becoming decorative.
Numerals follow the same italic, high-contrast logic, with strong diagonals and delicate hairlines that suit display sizes and carefully set text. The italic angle and narrow proportions create a compact, fast-reading line image, especially in mixed-case settings.