Sans Normal Wakur 6 is a light, narrow, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, display, magazines, branding, posters, elegant, editorial, fashion, refined, dramatic, luxury display, editorial impact, modern elegance, brand refinement, hairline terminals, vertical stress, calligraphic, sculpted, airy.
This typeface presents tall, slender letterforms with pronounced thick–thin modulation and very fine hairline joins and terminals. Curves are smooth and drawn with a vertical stress, while straight strokes read as crisp, column-like stems. Proportions lean toward long ascenders/descenders and compact lowercase bodies, producing an airy texture with noticeable rhythm and a slightly calligraphic, sculpted feel. Numerals follow the same contrast model, with delicate curves and thin horizontals that emphasize the refined silhouette.
It is best suited to headlines, pull quotes, cover lines, and other display settings where its hairline details can remain clear. The refined contrast and tall proportions make it a strong choice for magazine mastheads, fashion/beauty branding, and elegant posters or invitations, particularly with generous spacing and clean backgrounds.
The overall tone is polished and stylish, balancing restraint with a touch of drama from the sharp contrast and hairline details. It evokes contemporary editorial design and luxury branding, with a poised, high-end voice that feels deliberate and composed.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, luxury-leaning display voice: slim silhouettes, controlled vertical rhythm, and high-contrast strokes that showcase elegance and precision. Its forms prioritize visual sophistication and distinctive texture over utilitarian neutrality in extended reading contexts.
In the text sample, the very thin strokes and narrow counters become more prominent, giving the font a crisp, sparkling color at larger sizes and a more delicate presence as size decreases. The mix of strong vertical stems and fine cross-strokes creates a distinctive cadence, especially in rounded letters and in punctuation.