Serif Normal Lubah 3 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Sole Serif' by CAST, 'Geller' by Ludka Biniek, and 'Acta Pro' and 'Glosa Headline' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, books, magazines, packaging, classical, authoritative, literary, formal, tradition, readability, authority, editorial tone, bracketed, transitional, crisp, stately, robust.
This typeface is a sturdy, high-contrast serif with strongly bracketed serifs and a crisp, print-like finish. Strokes show clear thick–thin modulation, with relatively sharp joins and compact terminals that keep the forms disciplined rather than calligraphic. Proportions are fairly traditional, with moderate apertures and a steady rhythm that stays even across uppercase and lowercase. Numerals and capitals carry substantial weight, giving the face a solid, confident texture in setting.
It performs well in headlines and editorial typography where a strong, traditional serif texture is desired. The bold presence and clear modulation also suit book and magazine settings, as well as premium packaging or formal brand applications that benefit from a classic typographic voice.
The overall tone is formal and editorial, with a classical, bookish presence. Its confident weight and sharp contrast lend an authoritative voice suitable for serious or traditional messaging rather than casual or playful use.
The font appears designed to deliver a conventional, authoritative serif look with pronounced contrast and confident weight, prioritizing a classic reading experience and a polished editorial tone.
The design maintains a conventional serif structure with consistent spacing and predictable letterfit, producing a dense, stable color in paragraphs. Curves and bowls are smooth and controlled, while serifs remain prominent enough to guide the eye along the line without becoming decorative.