Serif Normal Boret 8 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Brasilica' by CAST, 'Alkes' and 'Plush' by Fontfabric, and 'Skema Pro' by Mint Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book text, magazines, posters, classic, confident, traditional, bookish, readability, authority, traditional tone, strong presence, editorial utility, bracketed, robust, rounded, sturdy, compact.
A robust serif with bracketed, gently flared serifs and rounded terminals that give the letterforms a substantial, ink-trap-free presence. Strokes show moderate modulation with a steady rhythm, and the overall construction leans toward traditional text proportions with broad bowls and clear counters. The lowercase is compact and sturdy, with ball-like dots on i/j and a double-storey a; the numerals are weighty and stable, with open, readable shapes that match the text color. Spacing appears generous enough to keep heavy strokes from clogging, producing a dark, even texture in paragraphs and headlines.
Well-suited to editorial headlines and subheads where a strong serif voice is needed, and it also works for book or magazine text when a darker, more assertive color is acceptable. Its sturdy shapes and clear numerals make it a good fit for pull quotes, packaging copy, and promotional print where legibility and authority are priorities.
The tone reads classic and authoritative, with a slightly warm, old-style friendliness coming from the rounded joins and softened serif treatment. It feels established and editorial rather than decorative, projecting confidence and familiarity in longer passages.
Likely designed as a conventional, high-impact serif for reading and display, balancing traditional book-serif cues with heavier strokes for emphasis. The softened serifs and rounded detailing suggest an aim for approachable authority rather than sharp, high-contrast refinement.
Capitals carry a strong, traditional silhouette (notably in the broad E/F and rounded C/G), while details like the bracketed serifs and soft curves keep the texture from feeling rigid. The sample text shows the face holding a consistent, dark color at larger sizes, suggesting a design that favors presence and clarity over delicacy.