Serif Normal Ulmig 5 is a very light, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, fashion, branding, posters, elegant, editorial, refined, airy, luxury tone, editorial impact, modern classic, hairline, didone-like, crisp, delicate, sharp serifs.
This serif features an extremely fine hairline presence with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, bracketless-looking serifs. Vertical stress dominates, with long, straight stems contrasted by very thin cross-strokes and joinery. Capitals are sleek and high-waisted, while the lowercase keeps a moderate rhythm with compact bowls and tight apertures; the overall spacing reads controlled and slightly compact. Numerals match the high-contrast logic, with slender forms and fine terminals that emphasize a polished, display-leaning texture.
Best suited to headlines, deck copy, pull quotes, and elegant branding where its high-contrast sparkle can be appreciated. It also works well for magazine and lookbook typography, packaging front faces, and large-format posters that benefit from a polished, upscale serif impression.
The tone is poised and luxurious, with a cool, modern refinement reminiscent of high-end editorial typography. Its delicate strokes and sharp finishing convey sophistication and restraint rather than warmth or rusticity.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver a contemporary, luxury-oriented serif voice with strong contrast and a clean, minimalist finish. The emphasis is on visual refinement and editorial drama rather than rugged readability.
The design relies on hairline elements for much of its detail, so small sizes or low-resolution reproduction may reduce clarity in the thinnest strokes. The italic is not shown; the samples present a consistent, formal roman voice.