Serif Normal Lilev 10 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, newspapers, literary titles, literary, refined, classic, formal, text authority, classic refinement, editorial voice, hairline serifs, bracketed serifs, crisp joins, vertical stress, sharp terminals.
This serif presents a high-contrast, oldstyle-informed structure with crisp hairlines against weighty main strokes. Serifs are fine and sharply cut, often bracketed into stems, giving the outlines a clean, engraved feel without becoming brittle. Curves show a largely vertical stress, with smooth, controlled bowls and tapered joins that keep counters open and readable. Proportions feel balanced for text: capitals are stately and slightly narrow, while the lowercase maintains a steady rhythm and moderate spacing; numerals follow the same contrast and formal tone with clear, traditional forms.
Well-suited to long-form editorial and book typography where a traditional, authoritative serif is desired, especially in print and high-resolution environments that can preserve fine hairlines. It also performs strongly for magazine features, cultural journalism, and literary headlines where contrast and refinement help create hierarchy without looking decorative.
The overall tone is polished and bookish, suggesting established publishing and institutional typography rather than playful display. Its sharp hairlines and disciplined shapes communicate formality and refinement, with a subtle classical elegance that suits serious, content-forward settings.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic reading experience with elevated contrast and a composed, traditional texture. It prioritizes a familiar serif vocabulary—clear roman forms, disciplined rhythm, and refined detailing—to project credibility in editorial contexts.
Across the alphabet the design maintains consistent contrast handling and terminal logic, producing an even color in running text despite the pronounced stroke modulation. The mix of sturdy verticals and delicate hairlines gives headlines a confident snap while still reading as a conventional, familiar serif voice.