Serif Normal Lyvi 6 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: magazines, book typography, headlines, branding, invitations, editorial, classic, refined, authoritative, formal, editorial voice, classic refinement, display impact, print elegance, high-contrast, bracketed, sculpted, sharp, crisp.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, bracketed serifs. Capitals are broad and stately with sharp terminals and finely tapered joins, while curves show a slightly calligraphic stress that keeps counters open and rhythmic. The lowercase maintains a balanced, readable texture with compact, well-defined bowls and a clear serif rhythm; details like the angled leg on “R,” the pointed vertex of “W,” and the elegant tail on “Q” contribute to a sculpted, print-oriented feel. Numerals follow the same contrast-driven construction, with strong vertical emphasis and delicate hairlines.
Well-suited to magazine and book settings, especially where a classic, high-contrast serif texture is desirable. It can serve effectively for headlines and display typography, and also works for branding and formal printed materials where a refined, authoritative voice is needed.
The overall tone is traditional and editorial, projecting polish and seriousness without feeling overly ornamental. Its sharp contrast and confident proportions suggest an upmarket, bookish character suited to refined communication.
The design appears intended to modernize a conventional text serif through strong contrast, crisp detailing, and carefully shaped serifs, delivering a refined editorial voice that scales comfortably from reading sizes to impactful display use.
In the sample text at larger sizes, the hairlines and serifs become a defining feature, producing a dramatic black-and-white sparkle and a distinctly classical page color. The spacing reads generous and stable, supporting long lines while preserving a composed, formal cadence.