Serif Normal Modun 3 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Stigsa Display' by Seniors Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: magazines, headlines, branding, packaging, book covers, editorial, luxury, formal, classic, dramatic, refinement, prestige, editorial impact, classic structure, hairline serifs, wedge serifs, ball terminals, vertical stress, bracketed serifs.
This serif typeface is built around crisp, high-contrast strokes with a pronounced vertical axis and sharp hairline transitions. Serifs are finely tapered with a mix of wedge-like and delicate bracketed forms, giving edges a polished, cut-in feel rather than a blunt finish. Capitals are stately and wide-shouldered with strong thick stems, while the lowercase keeps a moderate x-height and clear aperture rhythm; rounded letters show elegant modulation and occasional ball terminals. Numerals and punctuation match the same contrast and refinement, reading cleanly at display sizes and retaining a consistent, disciplined texture in text.
This style is well suited to magazine and newspaper-style headlines, decks, and pull quotes, as well as luxury branding, beauty/fashion packaging, and book or album covers where contrast and refinement are desirable. It can also work for short-form text in high-quality print or large on-screen sizes where the hairlines remain crisp.
The overall tone is refined and authoritative, with a fashion-forward, editorial brightness created by the extreme contrast and precise serifs. It conveys tradition and prestige while still feeling contemporary and composed, making statements that are more dramatic than casual.
The font appears designed to deliver a classic text-serif structure with heightened contrast for a more editorial, high-end voice. Its intention is to provide confident readability with a refined silhouette, optimized for prominent typography where elegance and hierarchy are key.
In paragraph settings the thick–thin rhythm creates a lively sparkle and strong line definition, especially in mixed-case text. The design favors clarity and elegance over ruggedness, with fine details that are most convincing when given enough size and resolution to breathe.