Slab Contrasted Kokef 8 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A sturdy slab-serif with bracketed joins and a calm, print-oriented rhythm. Stems are solid with noticeable but controlled contrast, and the slab serifs read as broad, flat terminals that help anchor each letter. Counters are generally open and round, with a double-storey “a” and “g” and a compact, slightly squared-off lowercase structure. Detailing includes small ball-like terminals on forms such as “f” and “j,” giving the design a subtly crafted, old-style inflection while keeping overall proportions steady and legible.
Well-suited to editorial typography, book interiors, and magazine layouts where a firm serif voice is desired. It also performs nicely in headlines, institutional branding, and poster work thanks to its sturdy slabs and even texture at larger sizes.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, suggesting authority without feeling overly formal. Its robust slabs and clear shapes project reliability and seriousness, while the gentle curves and occasional ball terminals add warmth and a lightly literary character.
The design appears intended to provide a dependable slab-serif voice for reading and display, combining strong, anchoring serifs with measured contrast for clarity. Subtle traditional details suggest a goal of bridging utilitarian legibility with a refined, editorial feel.
The font shows a consistent serif treatment across uppercase and lowercase, with strong baseline presence and clear differentiation of similar forms (for example, the uppercase “I” with serifs versus the numeral “1”). Numerals are sturdy and readable, with traditional proportions that match the text color of the letters well.