Serif Normal Nybis 7 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Plush' by Fontfabric, 'Anglecia Pro' and 'Skema Pro' by Mint Type, and 'Cultura New' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, headlines, brand serif, traditional, scholarly, literary, formal, readability, classic tone, editorial polish, typographic hierarchy, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, teardrop terminals, calligraphic stress, open counters.
This serif has crisp, bracketed serifs and pronounced stroke contrast with a clear calligraphic stress. Curves end in subtle ball and teardrop terminals, giving letters a slightly softened, bookish finish despite the sharp internal joins. Proportions feel generously set with open counters and a steady baseline rhythm; capitals are sturdy and classical, while lowercase forms show friendly, rounded shapes and compact, well-defined joins. Figures are clear and traditional, with strong verticals and neatly finished serifs that keep them aligned with the text color.
It is well suited to book typography, long-form editorial work, and magazine layouts where high-contrast serifs can add refinement and hierarchy. The sturdy capitals and distinctive terminals also make it effective for headlines, pull quotes, and brand systems that want a classic serif voice with a touch of warmth.
The overall tone is traditional and literary, evoking established editorial typography rather than a decorative or experimental voice. Its crisp contrast and refined terminals add a formal, slightly scholarly character suitable for serious reading and institutional contexts.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with elevated contrast and carefully shaped terminals to deliver a classic, authoritative reading experience while remaining personable in paragraph setting.
The font maintains a consistent, confident text color in continuous setting, while the terminal detailing (notably on letters like a, c, e, f, and r) adds recognizable personality without disrupting readability. Uppercase forms appear stately and stable, pairing well with the lively, rounded lowercase.