Serif Normal Linab 7 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book covers, headlines, branding, classic, formal, dramatic, refined, editorial polish, classic authority, high contrast, display clarity, refined text, hairline serifs, bracketed serifs, vertical stress, crisp terminals, sculpted curves.
A high-contrast serif with sharp hairlines and confident, darker main strokes, creating a crisp black-and-white rhythm on the page. Serifs are fine and bracketed, with tapered joins and elegantly carved curves, giving counters a clean, open feel even at display sizes. The uppercase shows strong, stately proportions and smooth round forms, while the lowercase mixes sturdy stems with delicate connecting strokes and pronounced ascenders/descenders. Numerals and capitals read with a polished, editorial steadiness, with clear differentiation between similar shapes and a consistent, chiseled finish across the set.
Well suited to magazine and editorial typography, book covers, and refined branding where high contrast and sharp serif detailing enhance hierarchy. It performs especially well for headlines, subheads, and pull quotes, and can be used for short-to-medium text in layouts that allow adequate size and spacing. Its classic tone also fits invitations, cultural institutions, and premium packaging where a polished voice is desired.
The overall tone is traditional and refined, with a poised, fashion-and-publishing sensibility. Its pronounced contrast and sharp detailing add a touch of drama and sophistication, suggesting formality without feeling ornamental. The style reads as authoritative and cultivated, suited to settings where elegance and clarity are equally important.
The design appears intended as a conventional, highly finished serif that prioritizes elegance and strong typographic contrast. It aims to deliver a timeless editorial voice with clean, crisp detailing that reads confidently in display settings and carefully composed layouts.
At larger sizes, the hairlines and fine serifs become a defining texture, giving headings and pull quotes a distinctive sparkle. The design’s crisp stroke transitions and vertical emphasis create a strong typographic color, so it benefits from generous spacing and comfortable line height when used in longer passages.