Serif Other Iskaf 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, book covers, branding, invitations, elegant, dramatic, refined, editorial, classic, modern classic, expressive serif, display emphasis, premium tone, editorial voice, hairline serifs, ball terminals, flared strokes, calligraphic, sculptural.
A high-contrast serif with sharply tapered hairlines, rounded bowls, and pronounced thick–thin modulation that feels ink-driven rather than purely geometric. Serifs are fine and often hairline-like, while several strokes end in soft, teardrop/ball terminals, giving the outlines a slightly calligraphic, sculpted finish. Capitals show generous curves and open counters, with occasional swash-like touches (notably in forms like Q and some diagonals), while lowercase maintains a steady, readable rhythm with a moderately sized x-height. Numerals carry the same contrast and curved terminals, creating a cohesive, display-leaning texture.
Best suited to editorial headlines, magazine typography, book and album covers, and brand identities that benefit from a polished, high-fashion serif voice. It also works well for invitations, packaging, and pull quotes where the contrast and terminals can be appreciated at display sizes.
The overall tone is refined and theatrical, mixing classical bookish cues with decorative finishing strokes. It reads as premium and stylish, suited to settings where a sense of craft and sophistication is desired rather than strict neutrality.
The design appears intended to modernize a classic high-contrast serif by adding expressive terminals and subtle ornamental gestures, balancing traditional proportions with a more distinctive, boutique display character.
In text, the strong contrast and delicate hairlines create sparkle and a lively baseline rhythm, especially at larger sizes. The distinctive terminals and occasional flourish-like details add personality to headings and short passages, while dense paragraphs may require careful sizing and spacing to keep the thin strokes from visually receding.