Serif Normal Vafu 1 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This serif shows pronounced thick–thin contrast with crisp, tapered terminals and neatly bracketed serifs that feel sharp rather than slabby. Curves are smoothly drawn and fairly vertical in stress, while joins and crotches are clean and tightly controlled, creating a polished rhythm in text. Proportions are moderately narrow with tall capitals and compact lowercase; counters are open but not overly generous, lending a composed, print-oriented color. Figures follow the same high-contrast logic, with elegant curves and pointed details that keep them visually aligned with the letterforms.
Well-suited to book and magazine typography, editorial layouts, and display settings where a classic, high-contrast serif can add sophistication. It can also support branding and packaging that benefits from a traditional, premium voice, especially at medium-to-large sizes where the detailing remains clear.
The overall tone is formal and editorial, with a refined, literary character suited to sophisticated layouts. Its sharp finishing and high-contrast strokes add a sense of luxury and authority without becoming decorative.
The design appears intended as a contemporary take on conventional text serifs, emphasizing elegant contrast and crisp finishing for a polished reading experience. Its restrained proportions and consistent stroke logic suggest a focus on dependable, professional composition with a distinctly upscale edge.
In the text sample, spacing reads even and stable, and the design holds together well at larger sizes where the tapered terminals and fine hairlines become a defining feature. The italic is not shown; the displayed style reads consistently upright and composed.