Serif Normal Laji 14 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, headlines, academic, formal, literary, classic, authoritative, text readability, classic revival, editorial tone, authority, bracketed, crisp, refined, calligraphic, sculpted.
A conventional text serif with crisp, bracketed serifs and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Curves are smoothly drawn and slightly calligraphic, while verticals feel steady and upright. Counters are moderately open, with compact joins and a controlled, even rhythm across words. Capitals read stately and balanced, and the numerals align cleanly with the overall text color.
Well-suited to book and long-form editorial settings where a classic serif texture is desired, as well as magazine layouts that benefit from crisp contrast. It also works effectively for headlines, subheads, and academic or institutional materials that call for a traditional, authoritative typographic voice.
The overall tone is traditional and composed, evoking bookish formality and institutional credibility. Its high-contrast stroke behavior and sharp finishing details add a refined, editorial voice rather than a casual or utilitarian one.
This design appears intended as a faithful, contemporary rendition of a classic text serif: readable at paragraph sizes while retaining enough contrast and sharpness to carry in display lines. The proportions and detailing prioritize a familiar, established look with refined finishing.
Lowercase forms show clear, sturdy terminals and a consistent serif treatment that maintains a strong baseline. In longer text, the face produces a dark, confident color with distinct letter shapes, giving punctuation and capitals clear presence in headlines and pull quotes.