Serif Normal Vape 6 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, headlines, invitations, refined, formal, literary, classic, classic text, editorial authority, refined display, bracketed, sharp, crisp, calligraphic, vertical stress.
This serif design features pronounced thick–thin modulation with crisp, tapered joins and finely bracketed wedge serifs. The letterforms are upright with a steady vertical rhythm, showing relatively narrow interior counters in rounded letters and a compact, bookish stance. Capitals are elegantly proportioned with sharp apexes (notably in A and V) and smooth, controlled curves in C, O, and G; diagonals and arms end in pointed terminals that reinforce the high-contrast, engraved feel. Lowercase forms are conventional and readable, with a two-storey a and g, a compact e with a firm cross-stroke, and a slender f and t that keep the texture light. Numerals echo the same contrast and sharp finishing, producing a cohesive, polished color in text.
Well-suited to editorial typography, book work, and magazine layouts where a classic serif texture is desired. It performs particularly well for headlines, subheads, and prominent typographic moments such as pull quotes or section openers, and can also support formal printed materials that benefit from a refined tone.
The overall tone is traditional and cultivated, with an unmistakably classic, print-oriented sensibility. High contrast and finely cut serifs give it a slightly ceremonial presence—confident and authoritative without becoming decorative. It reads as serious and literary, suited to content that benefits from a sense of heritage and credibility.
The design appears intended to modernize a traditional high-contrast text serif by emphasizing crisp finishing and clean, upright proportions. Its conventional skeletons prioritize familiarity and readability, while the sharp terminals and bracketed wedges add a refined, authoritative character for editorial and literary settings.
At larger sizes the sharp terminals and wedge serifs become prominent stylistic cues, while in continuous text the font maintains a consistent rhythm and clear word shapes. The combination of strong contrast and relatively tight counters gives the text a crisp, high-definition appearance, especially in headlines and pull quotes.