Serif Normal Yakid 17 is a light, wide, high contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
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This serif design pairs thin hairlines with noticeably thicker main strokes, creating a crisp, high-definition rhythm. Serifs are bracketed and finely tapered, with sharp terminals that stay controlled rather than flamboyant. Proportions feel open and slightly expanded, with generous counters and a steady, upright stance; round letters (C, O, Q) read smoothly while diagonals (V, W, X) stay clean and precise. In text, the spacing and stroke contrast produce a bright, airy page color that remains structured and legible at display and comfortable reading sizes.
This font is well suited to long-form reading such as books and essays, and it also performs strongly in magazine and editorial layouts where contrast and clarity matter. Its poised forms and open proportions make it a good candidate for refined headlines, pull quotes, and brand identities that want a classic, cultivated presence.
The overall tone is polished and traditional, evoking bookish authority and contemporary editorial restraint. It feels sophisticated and calm, with an understated luxury that suits formal or literary contexts without looking ornamental.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with elevated contrast and careful detailing, aiming for a refined reading experience and a premium editorial look. Its controlled serifs, open counters, and measured spacing suggest a focus on elegance and typographic discipline rather than display novelty.
Distinctive details include a two-storey “g” with a prominent lower loop, a compact, elegant “a,” and lining numerals that share the same refined contrast and sharp finishing. The ampersand follows the same controlled, classical logic, contributing to a consistent typographic voice across letters and figures.