Serif Normal Lyly 3 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, branding, book covers, posters, editorial, classic, refined, formal, dramatic, elegance, authority, editorial impact, premium feel, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, crisp, stately, high-contrast.
A high-contrast serif with a broad, confident footprint and crisp, hairline finishing. Strokes shift quickly from thick verticals to very thin horizontals, with sharp, triangular serifs and pointed terminals that create a clean, chiseled silhouette. Counters are relatively open and the curves are taut, giving letters a polished, print-like snap; capitals feel monumental while lowercase retains a traditional rhythm with a compact, readable structure.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, and other display typography in magazines, book covers, posters, and brand systems that want a classic, premium feel. It can also work for short editorial passages when set with comfortable size and spacing so the fine strokes remain clear.
The tone is refined and formal, with a distinctly editorial presence. Its sharp contrast and sculpted serifs lend drama and authority, evoking a classic, upmarket voice suited to sophisticated layouts rather than casual interfaces.
The design appears aimed at delivering a conventional serif voice with heightened elegance—using pronounced contrast and crisp, pointed serifs to add visual drama while keeping familiar, readable letterforms.
The sample text shows strong performance at display sizes where the contrast and hairline details can breathe, producing striking word shapes and clear hierarchy. Numerals share the same elegant contrast and sharp finishing, aligning well with the overall stately character.