Serif Normal Yanin 3 is a very light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, invitations, branding, headlines, elegant, literary, refined, formal, calm, text refinement, classic tone, editorial utility, formal voice, bracketed, hairline, crisp, airy, bookish.
A delicate serif with high refinement and clean, bracketed serifs. Strokes are slim with a clear contrast between main stems and thin hairlines, producing an airy color on the page. Capitals are gracefully proportioned with sharp, tapered terminals and smooth curves; rounded forms stay open and controlled. The lowercase shows a traditional text rhythm with compact, well-defined bowls, a two-storey “g,” and a gently flowing “y,” while the numerals appear lining and similarly restrained in weight.
Well-suited for book and magazine typography, editorial layouts, and other long-form reading where a classic serif voice is desired. It also works effectively for invitations, luxury-leaning branding, and larger display settings where its hairline details and sharp terminals can be appreciated.
The overall tone is poised and literary, with a quiet formality suited to polished communication. Its light, crisp construction reads as classic and cultivated rather than loud or expressive, lending a sense of seriousness and restraint.
The likely intention is to provide a conventional, classical text serif with a refined, contemporary finish—prioritizing elegance, controlled contrast, and a smooth reading rhythm for editorial and formal applications.
The design maintains consistent detailing across caps and lowercase, with fine joins and carefully handled curves that keep the texture even. Thin features (like cross strokes and hairlines) are prominent, emphasizing precision and a refined typographic presence.