Serif Normal Modis 3 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, headlines, book covers, branding, posters, classic, formal, literary, authoritative, editorial voice, classic prestige, high-impact text, print tradition, bracketed serifs, vertical stress, hairline joins, crisp terminals, display caps.
This serif design shows a traditional, high-contrast construction with strong vertical stems and notably fine hairlines. Serifs are bracketed and sharp, giving the outlines a crisp, engraved-like finish without feeling ornamental. The proportions are somewhat expansive, with broad capitals and open counters that keep large sizes clean while emphasizing the contrast. Curves (notably in C, G, O, S, and Q) follow a vertical-stress logic, and the overall rhythm reads steady and structured, with clear differentiation between thick and thin elements.
This style is well suited to editorial settings where a confident, traditional serif voice is needed, such as magazine headlines, section openers, and pull quotes. It can also work effectively on book covers and formal branding systems that want a classic, print-rooted feel. In longer passages, it will be most comfortable when given adequate size and spacing so the hairlines remain distinct.
The font conveys a classic, formal tone associated with editorial typography and established print traditions. Its sharp contrast and composed posture feel authoritative and refined, lending a slightly dramatic, headline-forward character while still remaining conventional and familiar.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif presence with heightened contrast for a polished, print-classic impression. Its wide, open forms prioritize clarity and impact in display and editorial roles while retaining a familiar typographic structure.
In the sample text, the pronounced stroke modulation makes word shapes bold and high-impact, especially in capitals and round letters. Fine horizontals and inner joins become delicate at smaller apparent sizes, while the wide stance and open counters help preserve clarity. Numerals appear lining and similarly contrast-driven, matching the text color of the letters.