Serif Normal Wudal 15 is a very light, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorials, magazines, poetry, invitations, refined, literary, classic, airy, editorial, text setting, elegance, space economy, classic tone, delicate, crisp, high-waisted, bracketed, calligraphic.
This serif typeface presents a slender, lightly built texture with crisp, bracketed serifs and gently tapered terminals. Stems and hairlines are finely drawn, producing a clear contrast without becoming brittle, and round forms stay open and smooth. Capitals feel stately and slightly formal, while the lowercase maintains an even rhythm with narrow proportions, a two-storey “a,” and a lively, calligraphic “g” with a pronounced ear. Numerals are elegant and old-style in feel, with thin joins and varied widths that reinforce a traditional book-face cadence.
It works well for book and long-form editorial typography, especially where a traditional, elegant serif is desired without heavy color on the page. It can also serve display needs such as refined headlines, literary titles, and formal stationery where a quiet, classic tone is appropriate.
The overall tone is refined and literary, with a calm, cultured voice suited to sophisticated reading experiences. Its lightness and tight rhythm give it an airy, polished character that reads as classic rather than decorative.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with an emphasis on elegance and economy of space, combining a classic serif model with slender proportions and carefully controlled contrast for a composed reading rhythm.
Curves and joins are handled with restraint, and the serif modeling stays consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, helping long lines look orderly. The narrow set and fine details suggest it benefits from comfortable sizes and generous leading where its delicacy can remain clear.