Serif Normal Yalaf 7 is a very light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, literary, invitations, branding, elegant, bookish, refined, classic, airy, readability, tradition, refinement, editorial tone, formal voice, bracketed, crisp, delicate, high-waisted, open counters.
A delicate serif with slender stems, gently bracketed serifs, and smooth, calligraphic transitions between thick and thin. The capitals are relatively tall and spacious with clean, tapered terminals, while the lowercase shows small bowls and compact, finely modeled joins. Curves are round and open (notably in C, O, and e), and diagonals (V, W, X, y) are sharp and neatly tapered, keeping the overall texture light and even. Numerals appear lining and similarly restrained, matching the refined stroke economy of the letters.
Well suited to long-form editorial and book typography where a light, refined texture is desired, especially at comfortable reading sizes. It also fits formal invitations, cultural branding, and headline/subhead settings that benefit from a classic serif voice without heavy weight or overt ornament.
The overall tone is classical and composed, with an airy, literary feel. Its light color and crisp serifs suggest formality and polish rather than robustness, giving text a quiet, editorial confidence.
The design appears intended as a conventional, readable serif with an emphasis on elegance and restraint. Its proportions and gentle contrast aim to deliver a polished, traditional text color while keeping forms open and uncluttered.
The italic influence is subtle but visible in details like the angled stress and the pointed, slightly calligraphic shaping of terminals. Spacing in the sample text reads generous, helping the thin strokes maintain clarity and preventing the page from feeling dense.