Serif Normal Wabum 5 is a very light, normal width, high contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
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A delicate, high-contrast serif with hairline connecting strokes and sharp, finely bracketed serifs. The letterforms show a vertical stress and a calm, upright posture, with tall lowercase proportions that keep the texture open and readable despite the thin hairlines. Curves are smooth and generous (notably in O/C/G), while terminals often finish in tapered, slightly pointed wedges that add a crisp, crafted feel. Spacing appears measured and even, producing a light, shimmering rhythm in running text; numerals and capitals maintain the same refined, razor-thin detailing.
Well suited to magazine typography, book and journal titles, pull quotes, and other editorial settings where a refined, high-contrast texture is desired. It can also serve luxury and fashion branding applications, especially for wordmarks, packaging, and campaign headlines that benefit from a light, sophisticated presence.
The overall tone is polished and luxurious, with a classic editorial sensibility. Its contrast and precision suggest a cultured, high-end voice—more boutique and literary than utilitarian—while still feeling contemporary through its clean, controlled drawing.
The font appears designed to deliver a modern classic serif voice: high contrast, poised proportions, and crisp finishing details aimed at premium reading and display contexts. Its tall lowercase and controlled spacing suggest an intent to balance elegance with clarity in larger text and prominent titling.
The design relies on very thin horizontal and diagonal strokes, so the face reads best where rendering can preserve fine detail. The italic is not shown; the sample emphasizes a consistent roman voice with pronounced elegance and a quiet, steady cadence.