Serif Normal Sibal 3 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gazi' by Fontuma (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, headlines, book jackets, pull quotes, invitations, elegant, literary, classic, refined, premium tone, italic emphasis, editorial voice, classical feel, didone-like, hairline, bracketed, calligraphic, flowing.
A high-contrast italic serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp hairline joins. The italics show a steady rightward slant and a smooth, calligraphic rhythm, with long, tapering entry and exit strokes that give the letters a flowing baseline movement. Serifs are sharp and delicate, often lightly bracketed, and terminals frequently end in fine points or subtly cupped shapes. Proportions lean broad with generous horizontal spread in capitals and rounded forms, while counters stay open and clean; numerals follow the same contrasty, stylized treatment with elegant curves and thin connecting strokes.
Well suited to magazine and book typography, especially for headlines, subheads, and pull quotes where an elegant italic voice is desirable. It can also work effectively for formal invitations, branding lines, and packaging copy that benefits from a refined, high-contrast serif presence.
The overall tone is sophisticated and fashion-forward, evoking high-end editorial typography and classical publishing. Its dramatic contrast and sweeping italics communicate refinement, ceremony, and a touch of theatrical flair, while still reading as formal and traditional rather than decorative.
This font appears designed to deliver a classic italic text serif with a distinctly contemporary, high-fashion contrast profile. The intention seems to balance traditional bookish credibility with heightened elegance and movement, making italic settings feel expressive and premium.
In text settings, the strong contrast and prominent italic motion create a lively texture with clear word shapes, but the finest hairlines become a defining visual feature. The design feels most at home when it can breathe—at larger sizes or with comfortable spacing—where the sharp serifs and tapered strokes read as intentional detail rather than texture noise.