Serif Normal Waked 3 is a very light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazine, invitations, branding, elegant, literary, refined, classical, refined text, classic tone, editorial clarity, elegant contrast, hairline serifs, bracketed serifs, didone influence, crisp joins, open counters.
This serif features a sharply drawn, high-contrast construction with thin hairlines and stronger main strokes, producing a crisp, bright texture on the page. Serifs are fine and neatly bracketed, with a controlled, formal rhythm and clean terminals that stay consistent across the alphabet. Proportions feel traditional and balanced, with generous apertures and well-shaped bowls that keep the letterforms clear despite the delicate detailing. Numerals follow the same polished logic, with slender stems and refined curves that read as bookish and measured.
Well-suited to editorial design, book typography, and magazine layouts where a refined serif voice is desired. It can also work effectively in invitations, cultural branding, and display settings that benefit from a classical, polished tone—particularly at medium to large sizes.
The overall tone is poised and cultivated, projecting an editorial, literary character rather than a utilitarian or casual voice. Its sparkle and finesse suggest formality and care, lending text a composed, high-end presence.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional text-serif reading experience with elevated refinement, combining classical proportions with pronounced contrast for an elegant, contemporary editorial finish.
In continuous text the strong thick–thin contrast creates noticeable typographic “sparkle,” especially at larger sizes and in well-spaced settings. The thin horizontals and hairline details benefit from clean reproduction and sufficient size to preserve their delicacy.