Serif Normal Lysa 10 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial design, book text, magazines, headlines, branding, editorial, classical, refined, formal, literary, refined reading, classic authority, editorial clarity, elegant contrast, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, sculpted, sharp.
A high-contrast serif with crisp, tapered hairlines and substantial vertical stems, showing a distinctly sculpted, chiseled feel. Serifs are predominantly bracketed and slightly flared, with sharp terminals and a lively stroke modulation that suggests broad-nib influence. Proportions lean traditional with clear, open counters and confident caps; spacing reads even and measured in text. The lowercase features a two-storey “a” and “g,” a compact “e” with a strong horizontal, and figures that alternate between narrow and wider shapes for a natural rhythm.
Well-suited to editorial settings such as magazines, book interiors, and long-form reading where a classic serif voice is desired. It also performs effectively for headlines, pull quotes, and refined branding applications that benefit from sharp contrast and a cultivated, traditional impression.
The overall tone is formal and literary, with an editorial polish that feels established and trustworthy. Its strong contrast and sharp finishing lend a refined, slightly dramatic presence suited to elegant, high-end communication without becoming overly ornate.
The design appears intended to modernize a conventional text serif through heightened contrast, crisp terminals, and carefully controlled proportions, balancing readability with an elevated, display-ready elegance.
In the text sample, the face holds a steady baseline and consistent color, while the contrast creates pronounced sparkle at larger sizes. Capitals feel stately and commanding, and punctuation and numerals carry the same crisp, engraved character, supporting a cohesive typographic voice.