Serif Normal Lyso 5 is a regular weight, very wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, branding, posters, book covers, editorial, luxury, formal, classic, dramatic, refinement, prestige, display impact, editorial clarity, didone-like, hairline serifs, ball terminals, sharp joins, high stress.
A high-contrast serif with a pronounced thick–thin rhythm and fine, hairline serifs. The letterforms are wide and generously proportioned, with smooth, bracketed transitions kept minimal so the stems read crisp and vertical. Curves show strong stress and tight, clean joins, while terminals often taper to sharp points or small ball endings in the lowercase. Spacing feels open and even, supporting an elegant, airy texture at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines and short-form typography where the thin strokes can stay crisp—magazine titles, luxury branding, invitations, posters, and book-cover typography. It can work for pull quotes or subheads when set with comfortable size and line spacing to preserve the fine details.
The overall tone is polished and assertive, with a refined, fashion-forward feel. Its sharp contrast and crisp finishing details give it a ceremonial, upscale character that reads as classic and authoritative rather than casual.
The design appears intended to deliver a sophisticated, high-end reading of a conventional serif model, emphasizing dramatic contrast, wide proportions, and finely cut terminals for impact in editorial and branding contexts.
Uppercase forms present a stately presence with broad bowls and carefully controlled counters, while the lowercase keeps a traditional, readable structure with distinctive, delicate terminals. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, pairing sturdy verticals with thin connecting strokes for a consistent, premium look.