Serif Normal Ihgup 3 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, magazines, editorial, reports, invitations, classic, literary, formal, refined, readability, tradition, elegance, editorial tone, bracketed serifs, hairline serifs, vertical stress, crisp joins, moderate tracking.
A conventional text serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, bracketed serifs. The letterforms show a steady, bookish rhythm with relatively compact bowls, tapered terminals, and a predominantly vertical stress that keeps shapes stable and upright. Capitals are stately and evenly proportioned, while the lowercase maintains clear counters and a measured x-height, with ascenders and descenders that add vertical elegance without feeling exaggerated. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with slender stems and rounded forms that read cleanly alongside text.
Well-suited to long-form reading such as books, essays, and magazine articles where a familiar serif voice is desirable. It can also support formal collateral—reports, programs, and invitations—especially when used with comfortable leading to accommodate its fine hairlines and contrast.
The overall tone is traditional and composed, conveying a polished, editorial sensibility. Its sharp contrasts and tidy finishing details suggest seriousness and clarity, with an understated sophistication suited to reading environments and formal communication.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast serif for comfortable, traditional typography, balancing refined detailing with dependable text structure. Its forms prioritize a recognizable literary tone and an even paragraph color over overt stylistic novelty.
Stroke endings and serifs remain consistent across the alphabet, producing a cohesive texture in paragraphs. Curves resolve into fine hairlines, giving the face a slightly delicate sparkle at larger sizes while preserving a disciplined, text-oriented cadence.