Serif Normal Kikes 10 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literary titles, invitations, classic, literary, formal, refined, authoritative, text workhorse, classic revival, editorial polish, bracketed serifs, sharp terminals, crisp hairlines, calligraphic, oldstyle figures.
A high-contrast serif with crisp hairlines, sturdier main stems, and sharply cut, bracketed serifs. The letterforms are upright and fairly open, with moderate proportions and a steady baseline rhythm. Curves are smooth and slightly calligraphic in feel, showing tapered joins and angled stress (noticeable in O/Q and the bowls). The capitals read stately and balanced, while the lowercase has compact details, small apertures, and a traditional two-storey a; the g is single-storey with a clear ear, and the j has a pronounced descender. Numerals appear oldstyle (ranging figures) with varied heights and distinctive curves, reinforcing a bookish texture in running text.
Well suited to long-form reading contexts such as books, essays, and magazine articles where a classic serif voice is desired. It also performs nicely for headlines, pull quotes, and refined branding or invitation typography when a traditional, authoritative tone is needed.
The overall tone is traditional and cultivated, evoking editorial seriousness and classical print typography. Its sharp contrast and refined serifs give it an elegant, slightly dramatic presence, while the steady spacing keeps it composed and authoritative.
The design appears intended as a conventional, print-oriented text serif that delivers a classic reading texture while offering enough contrast and sharpness to feel elegant in display settings.
The Q features a long, sweeping tail that adds flourish without becoming decorative, and diagonals like V/W/X show clean, pointed joins. At larger sizes the hairlines and terminals feel especially crisp, lending a polished, high-end impression.