Serif Normal Lalo 7 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, reports, academic, classic, literary, formal, scholarly, readability, tradition, versatility, text setting, professionalism, bracketed, crisp, balanced, bookish, refined.
This is a conventional serif with bracketed serifs, moderate stroke modulation, and clear, book-oriented proportions. Capitals are stately and open, with smooth curves and gently tapered terminals; the round letters keep an even, calm rhythm. Lowercase forms read cleanly with a two-storey “a” and “g,” sturdy verticals, and compact joins, giving the face a dependable texture in paragraph settings. Numerals appear lining and sturdy, matching the letterforms with consistent contrast and firm serifs.
Well-suited for body text in books, essays, and editorial layouts where a classic serif texture supports sustained reading. It also fits reports, academic materials, and other formal documents that benefit from a traditional, trustworthy voice.
The overall tone is traditional and authoritative, leaning toward a literary, institutional feel rather than display dramatics. It conveys seriousness and credibility, with a familiar page-like presence suited to long-form reading.
The design appears intended as a broadly usable text serif: familiar structures, controlled contrast, and balanced proportions that prioritize readability and typographic consistency across running text and headings.
Spacing and sidebearings look measured and even, producing a stable line without obvious quirks or exaggerated calligraphic gestures. The design stays conservative in its details, favoring clarity and typographic neutrality over distinctive stylistic signatures.