Slab Rounded Efho 5 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazine, invitations, branding, refined, bookish, calm, classic, elegance, readability, editorial tone, classic revival, hairline, bracketed serifs, calligraphic stress, open counters, generous spacing.
A very delicate serif design with fine, evenly weighted strokes and softly bracketed, slab-like serifs that read as rounded at the terminals. Curves are smooth and open, with an overall airy texture and generous internal space; the rhythm stays even despite noticeable per-glyph width variation. Capitals are tall and elegant, while lowercase forms keep a traditional structure with a single-story g and gently tapered joins, producing a crisp yet understated page color. Numerals and punctuation follow the same light, precise construction, maintaining consistent alignment and a clean baseline presence.
Well-suited to editorial typography, book and magazine text, and any layout where a light, refined serif can create a sophisticated atmosphere. It can also work for invitations, boutique branding, and short headlines when set with ample size or leading to preserve its airy detail.
The tone is quiet and composed, leaning literary and editorial rather than loud or decorative. Its hairline build and rounded serif finishing lend a refined, slightly nostalgic voice that feels careful and measured.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif voice in an unusually light, graceful rendering, pairing traditional proportions with softened slab-like serifs for a gentle, contemporary finish. It prioritizes elegance and readability through open forms and consistent, restrained detailing.
In text, the large counters and open apertures help keep words legible at moderate sizes, while the light stroke weight makes the overall impression more elegant than robust. The sample shows a comfortable reading rhythm with clear letter separation and a restrained, classical character.