Serif Normal Yaked 3 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, literary, invites, classic, refined, formal, readability, tradition, elegance, publishing, bracketed, hairline, crisp, calligraphic, oldstyle figures.
This is a refined serif with pronounced stroke contrast, hairline horizontals, and tapered, bracketed serifs. The overall construction is upright and measured, with generous counters and a calm, even rhythm across text. Uppercase forms are stately and open, while lowercase shows a traditional, bookish structure with a two-storey “g,” a compact “e,” and gently curved terminals on letters like “c” and “f.” Numerals appear to follow oldstyle (text-figure) proportions, with varied heights and a more flowing, integrated texture in running text.
Well-suited for book typography, long-form editorial, and magazine layouts where a classic serif voice is desired. It also fits invitations, programs, and other formal print pieces, and can serve as a sophisticated display serif for headings when set with comfortable spacing.
The tone reads classic and cultivated, evoking traditional publishing and institutional settings. Its high-contrast detailing and crisp serifs create a sense of formality and refinement, more elegant than utilitarian.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, literary reading experience with an elegant, high-contrast finish. It prioritizes traditional proportions and a polished serif vocabulary to signal credibility and formality in text and titles.
In the sample text, the font maintains a light, airy color with clear word shapes and distinct letterforms. The contrast and fine serifs suggest it will look best when given adequate size and breathing room rather than being pushed into very small, dense settings.