Sans Normal Wakev 12 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, packaging, posters, menus, branding, friendly, bookish, retro, warm, quirky, space saving, friendly tone, retro flavor, readable display, soft corners, ink-trap feel, open counters, lively rhythm, humanist.
A compact, lightly condensed sans with softened terminals and gently modulated strokes. Curves are round and open, with occasional teardrop-like joins and subtle flare at stroke endings that gives an ink-trap or calligraphic aftertaste without becoming decorative. Uppercase forms stay simple and readable, while lowercase shows more character—single-storey shapes and rounded bowls with slightly uneven, humanist proportions. Figures are clear and fairly traditional in structure, matching the text’s compact color and steady baseline rhythm.
Works well for editorial headlines and subheads where you want compact width and a personable texture. It can also suit packaging, posters, menus, and brand wordmarks that benefit from a friendly retro-leaning sans, while remaining legible in short text blocks.
The font reads approachable and slightly old-school, mixing everyday readability with small idiosyncrasies that feel handmade. Its warm, informal tone can suggest retro print, café menus, or friendly editorial titling rather than a strict corporate voice.
Likely designed to provide a space-efficient sans that stays readable and inviting, adding subtle personality through softened terminals and humanist shaping. The overall intention feels geared toward versatile display and editorial use where a neutral sans would be too plain.
In running text the tight set and condensed proportions produce a dense, economical texture, while the rounded detailing prevents it from feeling harsh. The mix of sturdy verticals and softer curves creates a lively cadence, making it especially noticeable at display sizes and in short paragraphs.