Serif Normal Wakid 1 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, magazines, editorial design, invitations, branding, elegant, editorial, literary, refined, classic, readability, refinement, editorial tone, classic authority, premium feel, bracketed, hairline, calligraphic, crisp, airy.
This typeface shows a traditional serif construction with clearly bracketed serifs and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Strokes transition into fine hairlines, giving counters an open, airy feel, while verticals carry the primary weight. The letterforms keep a restrained, upright stance with moderately narrow proportions and a steady baseline rhythm. Curves are smooth and controlled, terminals are largely tapered, and the overall texture reads crisp and formal in text.
Well-suited to long-form reading and editorial typography where a refined serif texture is desirable, such as books, magazines, and cultured print layouts. It can also serve effectively for display settings—titles, pull quotes, invitations, and premium branding—where its contrast and crisp serifs can be appreciated at larger sizes.
The overall tone is polished and literary, with an editorial sophistication that feels at home in classic publishing. Its high-contrast modeling adds a sense of refinement and ceremony, reading more cultured than casual. The impression is calm, composed, and slightly luxurious without becoming ornamental.
The design intention appears to be a conventional text serif with a modern, high-contrast finish: prioritizing an elegant reading rhythm and a clean, print-forward presence. It aims to balance traditional proportions with sharper hairlines and a more polished, fashion-adjacent sheen for contemporary editorial use.
In the samples, the spacing and internal counters help preserve clarity despite the fine hairlines, producing a bright page color. Round letters and figures show delicate joins and thin stress points that contribute to a graceful, boutique feel, especially at larger sizes.