Serif Normal Mimay 13 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Aman' by Blaze Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, book covers, posters, branding, editorial, classic, formal, confident, dramatic, editorial impact, premium tone, display emphasis, classic voice, bracketed, sculpted, ball terminals, teardrop terminals, sharp joins.
This serif design pairs heavy main stems with sharply thinned hairlines, producing a distinctly sculpted, high-contrast texture. Serifs are bracketed and slightly flared, with crisp entry/exit strokes and pointed joins that keep the overall silhouette lively rather than blocky. The lowercase shows compact, sturdy bowls and a relatively traditional rhythm, while punctuation-like details (such as the i/j dots) read as round and pronounced. Numerals appear robust and display-oriented, with strong stroke modulation and clear, open counters.
This font is well suited to headlines and subheads where its contrast and strong serif detailing can be appreciated, such as magazines, book covers, and editorial layouts. It can also work for brand marks and poster typography that needs a traditional yet high-impact serif voice.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, with a confident, formal presence. Its pronounced contrast and sharpened finishing strokes add a sense of drama and authority, giving text a refined, high-impact voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif foundation with heightened contrast and more theatrical finishing strokes, aiming for a premium editorial feel. Its sturdy weight and crisp detailing suggest an emphasis on display clarity and visual authority in prominent text.
In paragraph settings the thick/thin modulation is conspicuous, creating a strong vertical emphasis and a dark, print-like color. The design’s tapered terminals and bracketing help maintain continuity across letters, while the heavier stems keep forms stable at larger sizes.