Serif Other Lipa 3 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, posters, book covers, branding, dramatic, editorial, classic, formal, confident, impact, refinement, distinctiveness, editorial tone, brand presence, bracketed serifs, hairline joins, sharp terminals, ink-trap feel, cupped serifs.
A bold, display-oriented serif with pronounced thick–thin modeling and crisp, tapered hairlines. The letterforms are relatively broad with generous interior counters, and the serifs are bracketed yet sharply finished, producing a sculpted, high-impact texture. Curves show tight transitions into thin joins (notably in C, S, and e), and several strokes end in pointed or beveled terminals that add a slightly edgy, decorative bite. Numerals follow the same dramatic contrast, with distinctive cut-ins and strong baseline presence.
Best used for headlines and short blocks where the contrast and sculpted details can read cleanly—magazine titles, poster typography, book covers, and brand wordmarks. It can also work for pull quotes or section headers when you want a confident, editorial voice.
The overall tone is assertive and theatrical—classic in its serif construction, but with a stylized sharpness that reads as modern editorial rather than purely traditional. It feels premium and attention-seeking, suited to situations where typographic personality should carry the message.
The design appears intended to merge classical serif structure with heightened contrast and sharpened finishing details to create a commanding, contemporary display face. It aims for high impact and a recognizable silhouette while retaining a polished, print-forward sensibility.
In text, the rhythm is punchy and high-contrast, with strong vertical emphasis and noticeable detailing at joins and terminals. The lowercase maintains sturdy stems while keeping delicate hairlines, giving headings a refined but forceful sparkle; spacing appears built for display, with forms that hold their shape at larger sizes.