Serif Normal Mimay 10 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to '21 Cent' by Letterhead Studio-YG and 'Editora' by Untype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, magazines, branding, classic, formal, authoritative, dramatic, editorial impact, classic tone, strong hierarchy, display emphasis, bracketed, wedge serif, high contrast, sturdy, bookish.
A robust serif with pronounced stroke contrast and strongly sculpted, bracketed wedge serifs. Vertical stems read firm and dark, while hairlines and joins taper sharply, creating a crisp, chiseled rhythm. Counters are generous and round (notably in O, o, and e), and the lowercase shows traditional, compact forms with clear terminals and a two-storey a. Figures are proportional with oldstyle influence in their shaping, matching the text’s dense, confident color.
Best suited to headlines, deck type, and editorial typography where high contrast and strong serifs can add hierarchy and character. It can also work for book covers, section openers, and brand wordmarks that want a classic, authoritative look, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is established and editorial, combining a traditional book-face feel with extra punch from the heavy weight and emphatic serifs. It conveys authority and ceremony—suited to settings where a classical voice and strong presence are desirable.
The design appears intended to modernize a conventional serif structure with heightened contrast and a bolder stance, delivering a traditional reading voice that also holds its own in display settings. Its familiar skeleton supports readability, while the sculpted serifs and weight provide drama and emphasis.
The design emphasizes strong horizontals and decisive serif feet, giving lines a stable baseline and a slightly engraved, display-forward character. Letterforms maintain conventional proportions and familiar reading cues, but the darker weight and sharp tapering make it feel more assertive than a typical text serif.