Serif Normal Limog 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, headlines, literature, branding, classic, formal, literary, authoritative, readability, tradition, prestige, editorial clarity, bracketed, crisp, stately, calligraphic, oldstyle.
This serif typeface shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with crisp hairlines and sturdy vertical stems. Serifs are bracketed and wedge-like, with a gently calligraphic feel in the joins and terminals rather than purely geometric construction. Capitals are relatively tall and dignified with moderate width, while lowercase forms use round, open bowls and compact apertures that keep words cohesive. The italics are not shown; in roman, curves are smooth and controlled, and the numerals follow the same high-contrast logic with strong vertical emphasis and refined details.
It suits long-form reading and traditional editorial layouts, where its classic serif detailing and steady rhythm support comfortable text setting. At larger sizes it becomes especially effective for headlines, pull quotes, and refined brand typography that needs a formal, established voice.
The overall tone is traditional and composed, projecting a bookish, institutional authority. Its contrast and sharp finishing details add a sense of refinement and seriousness, making it feel at home in established editorial and cultural contexts.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast text serif that balances readability with a refined, historically rooted aesthetic. Its disciplined proportions and crisp finishing suggest a focus on dependable typography for publishing and formal communication.
In the grid, the design reads consistently across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, with an even baseline and a steady rhythm despite slightly varying character widths. The sample text shows strong headline presence: the contrast and serifs create a clear typographic color that feels polished and intentional, especially at larger sizes.