Serif Normal Mibaz 3 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Kievit Serif' by FontFont, 'Loretta' by Nova Type Foundry, 'Thermal' by TipoType, and 'Calvino' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book titles, posters, branding, authoritative, classic, formal, traditional, impactful display, classic readability, editorial presence, brand authority, bracketed, wedge serif, calligraphic, robust, crisp.
This serif shows robust, full-bodied letterforms with pronounced thick–thin modulation and sharply defined bracketed serifs. Curves are generously rounded and counters are open, while joins and terminals keep a crisp, chiseled feel that reads as slightly calligraphic rather than mechanical. Proportions lean broad with steady, upright construction and a consistent rhythm across capitals and lowercase; numerals follow the same sturdy, high-contrast logic with clear, old-style-like shaping in several figures.
It performs best where a strong, traditional serif voice is needed—headlines, cover lines, book titles, and editorial display typography. It can also support brand marks and packaging that want a classic, authoritative tone, especially in larger sizes where the crisp serifs and contrast are most visible.
The overall tone is confident and traditional, with a distinctly editorial gravity. Its strong vertical stress, crisp serifs, and emphatic weight give it a formal, established voice suited to serious messaging rather than casual or playful settings.
The design appears intended as a conventional, print-oriented serif with extra presence: a broad, high-contrast structure tuned to deliver impact in display settings while retaining familiar text-serif forms. Its detailing suggests an aim for a classic, reputable feel with enough sharpness and modulation to stand out in modern layouts.
Capitals have a carved, monumental presence, with notable solidity in letters like M, N, and W. Lowercase maintains a compact, workmanlike texture; details such as the ear on g, the shaping of a and e, and the angled terminals add personality without breaking conventional text-serif expectations. At larger sizes the sharp serifs and contrast become a defining feature, giving headlines a bold, print-forward character.