Serif Normal Wakat 8 is a very light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book titles, luxury branding, invitations, elegant, refined, literary, classical, elegance, editorial polish, premium tone, classical revival, hairline serifs, delicate, crisp, airy, calligraphic.
A delicate, high-contrast serif with hairline terminals and finely tapered strokes that create a crisp, airy texture on the page. The serifs are small and sharply defined, with a lightly bracketed feel and pointed finishing strokes in places, while curves (C, O, Q) are smooth and controlled. Uppercase forms are restrained and classical, with narrow joins and fine cross-strokes, and the lowercase shows a compact rhythm with a single-storey g and a slender, lightly cupped t. Numerals follow the same thin-stroke logic, with elegant curves and narrow apertures that keep the overall color light and refined.
Well-suited to magazine typography, editorial layouts, and book titling where a light, high-contrast serif can provide sophistication and hierarchy. It also fits luxury brand identities and formal collateral such as invitations or certificates, particularly at larger sizes where the fine detailing can be appreciated.
The font conveys a poised, editorial elegance—quietly luxurious rather than loud. Its sharp hairlines and classical proportions suggest sophistication and formality, with a literary, fashion-forward tone that feels at home in high-end print settings.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on a classical, high-contrast serif: thin and precise for elegance, with carefully controlled curves and hairline finishing to create a premium, editorial voice. The glyph set shown emphasizes refined display quality while remaining coherent in paragraph-style sample text.
In the text sample, the face produces a bright, shimmering line due to the thin horizontals and hairline serifs; it reads best when given generous size and spacing. The ampersand is notably ornate and calligraphic, reinforcing the refined, display-leaning personality.