Serif Normal Aflab 7 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, branding, packaging, luxury, refined, fashion, dramatic, premium appeal, editorial clarity, display elegance, classic modernity, hairline serifs, bracketed serifs, didone-leaning, vertical stress, crisp terminals.
A refined serif with sharply tapered hairlines and pronounced thick–thin modulation. The design is upright and formal, with vertical stress in round letters and clean, high-contrast joins that create a crisp, polished texture. Serifs are delicate and neatly finished, and the overall drawing favors smooth, sculpted curves (notably in bowls and numerals) paired with narrow, precise hairline connections. Uppercase forms feel stately and well-proportioned, while the lowercase maintains a steady, readable rhythm with slightly calligraphic shaping in letters like a, g, and y.
Best suited to headlines, pull quotes, magazine layouts, and brand wordmarks where its sharp contrast and delicate detailing can be appreciated. It can also work for upscale packaging and invitations when set with comfortable spacing and sufficient size to preserve the fine hairlines.
The tone is elegant and premium, projecting an editorial, fashion-forward voice with a controlled sense of drama. Its high-contrast sparkle reads as sophisticated and curated, lending a classic, upscale character rather than a casual or rustic one.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, high-end take on a traditional book-and-editorial serif, emphasizing contrast, elegance, and a confident typographic presence for display-led applications.
At larger sizes the thin strokes and fine serifs contribute to a bright, shimmering color, while the heavier verticals anchor the line strongly. Numerals are equally stylized and high-contrast, matching the text and display temperament of the letterforms.