Serif Flared Wobab 10 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, long-form reading, magazines, branding, literary, refined, classic, warm, readability, warmth, classic tone, editorial versatility, humanist refinement, humanist, flared terminals, calligraphic, open counters, bracketed feel.
This serif shows a humanist, lightly calligraphic construction with gently swelling strokes and subtly flared endings rather than hard, rectangular serifs. Curves are smooth and generous, with open counters and a calm, even rhythm in text. Capitals are elegantly proportioned with tapered joins (notably in V/W/X/Y) and softly rounded bowls in B/C/D/O/Q. The lowercase has a readable, bookish color with rounded shoulders, a two-storey g, and a softly tapered, slightly curved t; numerals follow the same restrained, old-style-leaning grace with smooth transitions and delicate terminals.
Well-suited for book typography and other long-form reading where a calm texture and familiar serif cues support readability. It also fits editorial layouts, magazine features, and cultural or academic branding that benefits from a refined but approachable voice.
The tone is quietly traditional and literary, suggesting a cultured, editorial voice rather than a stark modern one. Its soft flaring and moderated contrast add warmth and tactility, giving pages a composed, authoritative feel without becoming rigid or cold.
The design appears intended to blend classical serif expectations with a softer, more humanist finish, using flared terminals and gentle stroke modulation to keep text inviting. It aims for versatility in continuous reading while retaining enough personality for display sizes in headlines and pull quotes.
Spacing appears balanced and comfortable in running text, helping maintain clarity at paragraph scale. The design avoids sharp, spiky details; instead it relies on subtle flare, smooth bracket-like transitions, and rounded forms to create a cohesive, understated character.