Serif Normal Liram 15 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Silvana' by Blaze Type and 'Elaine' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book display, headlines, magazine, branding, invitations, classic, formal, editorial, literary, refined, elegance, authority, tradition, contrast, premium feel, bracketed, wedge serifs, sharp terminals, high-contrast, calligraphic.
A high-contrast serif with crisp, tapered strokes and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Serifs are sharp and wedge-like with subtle bracketing, giving joins a sculpted, engraved feel rather than blunt slab endings. Capitals are dignified and slightly narrow in impression, while lowercase shows compact bowls and clear vertical stress; the italic is not present in the samples, and the roman maintains a steady upright posture. Numerals follow the same contrast and finishing, with open counters and pointed terminals that keep figures lively at display sizes.
This font is well suited to editorial headlines, book titles, pull quotes, and other display-forward typography where contrast and sharp detailing can be appreciated. It can also support premium branding and formal materials such as invitations or certificates, particularly when set with generous spacing and strong hierarchy.
The overall tone is traditional and authoritative, with a refined, bookish elegance. Its sharp serifs and dramatic contrast add a sense of ceremony and sophistication, evoking classic publishing and formal print settings.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif voice with heightened elegance through strong contrast and finely cut serifs. It aims to balance classical proportions with a more dramatic, attention-getting texture for high-end editorial and formal applications.
In the text sample, the strong contrast and pointed terminals create a vivid rhythm that reads as more assertive than a quiet text face, especially at larger sizes. Curves (like O/C and bowls in b/p/q) appear smoothly drawn, while diagonals and joins (V/W/X) stay crisp, contributing to a polished, editorial finish.