Slab Normal Kima 7 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
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A very slender, right-leaning serif design with gentle, bracketed serifs and smooth, slightly calligraphic curvature. Strokes remain fairly even in thickness with minimal modulation, giving the face a consistent, quiet rhythm despite the italic slant. Proportions feel open and lightly spaced, with rounded forms (like O/Q) kept graceful and narrow, and a single-storey italic "a" and "g" reinforcing the text-italic construction. Terminals are crisp but not sharp, and the overall texture stays light and tidy across letters and numerals.
Works well for editorial typography such as book interiors, magazine features, and other long-form reading where a light, refined italic texture is desired. It can also support upscale invitations, packaging accents, and brand systems that need a classic, gentle italic voice.
The tone is understated and literary—more elegant than utilitarian, with a reserved sophistication suited to traditional editorial settings. Its lightness and gentle serif treatment convey a calm, polite voice rather than a loud or rugged one.
Likely designed to provide a delicate, readable italic companion with traditional serif manners—prioritizing grace, continuity in text, and a polished page texture rather than heavy emphasis or high-contrast drama.
The italic is expressive without becoming flamboyant: joins and exits are smooth, and the numerals follow the same slender, slightly formal style, helping mixed text feel cohesive. The overall color on the page is bright and airy, favoring finesse over density.