Serif Normal Legep 3 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Arno' and 'Ten Oldstyle' by Adobe (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, book text, magazines, editorial, branding, traditional, authoritative, literary, formal, readability, tradition, authority, print tone, bracketed, oldstyle, warm, sturdy, crisp.
A robust serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and compact, bracketed serifs that finish with slightly flared, triangular terminals. Proportions are generous and steady, with a solid x-height and strong vertical stress that gives the letters a grounded stance. Curves are full and smooth while joins and corners remain crisp, creating a confident rhythm in both capitals and lowercase. Numerals and punctuation share the same weighty presence, with clear, traditional forms suited to continuous text.
Well-suited to editorial typography such as magazine features, book interiors, and traditional publishing contexts where a strong serif texture is desired. Its weight and contrast also make it effective for headlines, pull quotes, and brand wordmarks that need a classic, authoritative voice.
The overall tone is classic and bookish, with a distinctly editorial authority. Its strong contrast and sturdy serifs add a sense of tradition and seriousness, while the rounded curves keep it from feeling brittle or overly rigid.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast text serif that delivers a strong page color and a familiar, dependable reading experience. It balances traditional letterforms with assertive weight to cover both editorial display and comfortable long-form use.
The sample text shows dense, dark color on the page, emphasizing legibility and emphasis at larger text sizes. The design reads as a conventional text serif with enough weight and contrast to stand out in headings without losing its traditional texture.