Serif Normal Ikmid 5 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, literary, invitations, classic, refined, formal, text serif, page economy, classic tone, elegant hierarchy, bracketed serifs, oldstyle influence, moderate stress, crisp terminals, calligraphic.
A high-contrast serif with crisp, bracketed serifs and tapered, calligraphic joins. The letterforms show moderate axis/stress and a lively rhythm, with relatively narrow lowercase proportions and a compact, readable x-height. Capitals are stately and evenly weighted, while curves and diagonals (notably in S, K, V, W) maintain sharp, controlled terminals. Numerals are lining with distinct, traditional shapes and clear stroke modulation.
It performs well in long-form reading contexts such as books, essays, and magazine features, where its contrast and traditional proportions support an elegant text color. At larger sizes it also suits headlines, pull quotes, and refined collateral like invitations and cultural programs.
The overall tone is bookish and cultivated, balancing classical formality with a slightly humanist, handwritten energy. It feels composed and authoritative, with an editorial polish suited to serious, text-forward design.
The design appears intended as a conventional, text-oriented serif with classic proportions and strong stroke modulation, aiming for a refined page presence and confident hierarchy from body text to display sizes.
Stroke contrast is pronounced without becoming brittle, and the serifs remain consistent across the alphabet, helping long passages hold together. The italic is not shown; the upright roman carries most of the personality through its modulation and finely finished terminals.