Serif Normal Laba 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Loretta' by Nova Type Foundry and 'Carole Serif' by Schriftlabor (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, headlines, branding, classic, literary, formal, authoritative, readability, tradition, refinement, authority, bracketed, crisp, sharp, sculpted, calligraphic.
A crisp, high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and bracketed wedge-like serifs. The shapes are relatively compact and upright, with a disciplined, slightly traditional rhythm and clear vertical stress in rounded letters. Capitals read stately and structured, while the lowercase shows sturdy stems and rounded bowls with a measured, bookish texture. Numerals follow the same sharp, engraved-influenced logic, with clear counters and assertive terminals that hold up well at display sizes.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a traditional serif texture is desired. It also performs convincingly for magazine headlines, pull quotes, and formal branding that benefits from a refined, print-like presence.
The font conveys a classic, literary tone with an editorial gravitas. Its sharp serifs and strong contrast feel authoritative and refined, suggesting traditional print culture—books, journals, and institutional communications—rather than casual or playful settings.
The design intention reads as a conventional, high-contrast text serif that balances readability with a polished, traditional elegance. It appears aimed at delivering a familiar, authoritative typographic voice with enough sharp detailing to support both text and larger display applications.
Spacing appears even and conservative, supporting a steady text color in paragraph settings while still offering enough contrast and sharpness to stand out in headlines. The serif detailing is prominent, giving letters a sculpted edge that becomes especially noticeable in large sizes.