Serif Normal Mimay 9 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Plantain' by CastleType and 'New Aster LT' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book titles, branding, posters, authoritative, classic, formal, confident, editorial authority, classic signaling, headline impact, formal tone, bracketed, sheared serifs, ball terminals, display-ready, robust.
A robust serif with pronounced thick–thin modeling, bracketed wedge-like serifs, and compact internal apertures that keep the color dense on the page. Curves are full and slightly squared-off in places, with a noticeable tension between rounded bowls and crisp, chiseled joins. The lowercase shows sturdy, somewhat compact forms with prominent terminals and a relatively restrained x-height, while capitals have broad proportions and strong vertical emphasis. Numerals follow the same weighty, sculpted construction, reading clearly at larger sizes with firm, blocky silhouettes.
Well suited to headlines, book or magazine titles, pull quotes, and other editorial typography where a strong serif voice is desirable. It can also work for branding, packaging, and formal announcements when you want a classic, weighty impression and clear letterforms at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is traditional and authoritative, with a deliberate, editorial presence that feels suited to established institutions and serious subject matter. Its high-contrast, carved details add a touch of formality and drama, giving headlines a confident, classical voice.
This design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif reading of “classic” while amplifying impact through sturdy proportions and emphatic contrast. The goal seems to be a dependable, traditional tone with enough sculpted detail to perform confidently in display settings.
In longer lines the dense texture and tight counters can feel powerful but visually heavy, so it naturally favors larger sizes or generous spacing. The shapes suggest a display-oriented refinement rather than a purely utilitarian text face, especially where terminals and serifs become key to the personality.