Serif Normal Tulod 3 is a light, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book design, magazines, literary titles, invitations, elegant, literary, refined, classical, text emphasis, classic refinement, formal tone, editorial clarity, calligraphic, bracketed serifs, diagonal stress, hairline joins, wide capitals.
A high-contrast serif italic with sharp, tapered terminals and finely bracketed serifs. The letterforms show clear diagonal stress, with hairline connections and thicker main strokes producing a crisp, sparkling texture on the page. Proportions are moderately open with generous sidebearings, and capitals feel relatively wide and poised. The italic construction is fluid rather than overly slanted, with calligraphic shaping in curved strokes and pointed, energetic diagonals in letters like V, W, and X. Numerals follow the same refined contrast and taper, maintaining an even, composed rhythm alongside text.
Well suited to editorial typography where a refined italic is needed for emphasis, pull quotes, and subheads, and for book design in passages that benefit from a classical, carefully crafted tone. It can also work for formal printed materials—such as programs or invitations—where elegance and clarity in an italic voice are priorities.
The overall tone is polished and literary, suggesting tradition and craft rather than overt display. Its contrast and crisp serifs add a sense of sophistication and formality, while the italic movement keeps it expressive and graceful.
The design appears intended as a conventional, readable serif italic with a distinctly refined, high-contrast finish, providing an expressive companion for text settings and formal editorial hierarchies. Its detailing prioritizes graceful movement, crisp terminals, and an elevated, traditional typographic color.
The texture in running text remains airy due to the fine hairlines and open spacing, with distinct silhouettes that help individual letters read cleanly. The italic forms lean on classic book-italic conventions, balancing elegance with steady, continuous rhythm in longer passages.