Serif Normal Wukey 8 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, headlines, invitations, classic, formal, literary, refined, text refinement, editorial tone, classic readability, formal voice, bracketed, crisp, calligraphic, vertical stress, sharp.
A refined serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, tapered terminals. Serifs are bracketed and relatively fine, giving the letters a carved, engraved feel while maintaining a steady baseline and upright stance. The proportions are on the condensed side, with compact counters and a vertical rhythm that stays consistent from capitals to lowercase. Numerals and punctuation follow the same high-contrast logic, with elegant curves and slender joins that keep the texture light and precise.
Well-suited to book and long-form editorial settings where a classic serif voice is desired, particularly in print-oriented layouts. It also performs effectively for headlines, pull quotes, and formal collateral such as invitations or programs where its contrast and crisp serifs can be appreciated at larger sizes.
The overall tone is traditional and authoritative, evoking book typography and formal editorial design. Its high-contrast detailing reads as elegant and cultured, with a slightly dramatic sharpness that suits serious or ceremonial messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional text-serif foundation with elevated contrast and a more sculpted, elegant finish. Its narrow proportions and disciplined structure suggest a focus on economical setting and a polished, traditional reading experience.
At smaller sizes the fine hairlines and tight interior spaces can visually thin out, while at display sizes the sharp terminals and contrast become a defining feature. The design’s narrow footprint and strong verticality help it set dense text with a stately, composed color.