Slab Normal Kimo 1 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
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A very slender italic slab-serif with smooth, gently bracketed serifs and a consistent, low-contrast stroke. The letterforms show a calm, classical construction with soft curves and modest terminals, producing an even, lightly flowing rhythm across words. Proportions feel traditional and text-oriented, with clear counters and open shapes that keep the texture from becoming dark despite the serif presence.
Well-suited to editorial typography, book or magazine settings, and other longer-form text where a light, sophisticated voice is desired. It can also work effectively for pull quotes, intros, and premium packaging copy that benefits from an italic slab-serif presence without heavy contrast.
The overall tone is elegant and understated—more literary than loud. Its delicate weight and italic movement give it a poised, slightly formal character that reads as thoughtful and cultivated rather than decorative.
The design appears intended as a plainspoken, text-friendly slab serif interpreted through an italic, lightly calligraphic lens—aiming for readability and even texture while adding a subtle sense of tradition and polish.
The numerals and capitals maintain the same restrained, refined logic as the lowercase, giving mixed settings a cohesive color. Spacing appears measured and steady in the sample text, supporting a smooth, continuous line without sharp typographic accents.