Serif Normal Wokum 1 is a very light, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Oman' by Par Défaut (names referenced only for comparison).
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This serif typeface features finely drawn strokes with modest modulation and delicately bracketed serifs that taper into sharp terminals. Proportions are spacious, with relatively wide capitals and generous sidebearings that create an open, unhurried rhythm in text. Curves are smooth and round (notably in O/C), while joins and corners stay crisp, giving a clean, formal silhouette. Lowercase forms are straightforward and readable, with small, neat details such as the ear on g and the succinct, lightly finished arms on f and t.
Well-suited to editorial and long-form settings where a classical serif voice is desired, such as books, magazine features, and essays. The generous spacing and crisp detailing also make it a good option for refined branding, invitations, and pull quotes at medium to large sizes.
The overall tone is calm and cultivated, combining a bookish tradition with a light, airy presence. It reads as refined rather than ornate, suggesting editorial seriousness and quiet sophistication.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with a lighter, more spacious color, balancing traditional letterforms with a clean, contemporary restraint. Its emphasis on open shapes and delicate finishing suggests a focus on readability paired with an elegant typographic tone.
Counters are ample and apertures stay open, helping the face maintain clarity in continuous reading despite its delicate hairlines. Numerals and capitals align with the same restrained, classical detailing, keeping the set consistent across mixed typography.