Serif Normal Ilmad 3 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, literary, branding, classic, formal, refined, text setting, editorial tone, classic polish, print tradition, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, transitional, sharp.
This serif typeface shows crisp, bracketed serifs and pronounced stroke contrast, with thin hairlines and fuller vertical stems. Letterforms are relatively narrow and vertically oriented, with tidy curves, tapered joins, and a controlled, even rhythm in text. The uppercase has a dignified, classical construction (notably the sculpted S and the Q with a sweeping tail), while the lowercase stays compact with clear counters and neatly finished terminals; the two-storey g and the relatively slender numerals reinforce a traditional text-serif texture.
Well suited for long-form reading in books and essays, as well as magazine and journal layouts where a traditional serif texture is desired. It also works effectively for refined branding, invitations, and display typography when set at sizes that allow the hairlines and serifs to remain clear.
Overall it conveys a classic, bookish tone with a refined, slightly formal presence. The sharp hairlines and disciplined proportions give it an editorial seriousness that feels at home in established publishing contexts rather than playful or casual settings.
The design appears intended to provide a conventional, high-contrast text serif with a polished, print-oriented feel. Its proportions and detailing prioritize a classic reading rhythm and an authoritative, literary character across both text and larger headline settings.
In the sample text, the contrast and fine serifs create a lively shimmer at larger sizes, while the consistent spacing keeps lines coherent and readable. Curved strokes resolve cleanly into hairlines, and the punctuation and numerals match the same restrained, traditional voice.