Serif Normal Kogey 1 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, academic, long-form, classic, literary, formal, traditional, scholarly, text readability, traditional tone, editorial utility, print-like feel, bracketed serifs, oldstyle feel, calligraphic stress, soft terminals, humanist.
A conventional serif with moderate stroke contrast and gently bracketed serifs. Curves show a slightly calligraphic, oldstyle-like stress, giving rounded letters a soft, organic modulation rather than a rigid vertical axis. Proportions lean toward the bookish side with open counters, a steady rhythm, and clear differentiation between stems and bowls; the lowercase includes a two-storey “g” and a compact, sturdy “a”. Numerals are lining and robust, with subtle shaping and softened joints that keep them comfortable alongside text.
Well-suited to extended reading in books, essays, reports, and editorial layouts where an even texture and familiar serif forms support comfort and credibility. It can also serve for headings and pull quotes when a traditional, authoritative voice is desired.
The overall tone is classic and literary, evoking printed books, editorial pages, and institutional communication. It feels formal without being severe, balancing tradition with a friendly warmth in the curves and serifs.
The design appears intended as a dependable, general-purpose text serif: legible at typical reading sizes, stylistically conservative, and tuned for a consistent page color. Its moderated contrast and bracketed serifs aim to preserve clarity while maintaining a classical typographic voice.
Spacing appears even and text color is consistent in paragraph settings, producing a smooth reading texture. The capitals have restrained detailing and a solid stance, while the lowercase keeps the design approachable through rounded forms and moderate aperture openings.