Serif Normal Vumed 11 is a very light, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, fashion, magazines, headlines, luxury branding, elegant, refined, high-end, luxury tone, editorial polish, display refinement, contemporary classic, hairline, delicate, crisp, chiselled, calligraphic.
A delicate modern serif with razor-thin hairlines and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Serifs are sharp and tapered, often finishing in fine points that give the outlines a cut, chiseled feel. Curves are smooth and controlled, with narrow joins and crisp terminals that emphasize precision; round letters read airy and open, while diagonals and verticals keep a steady, upright stance. Spacing feels generous and the overall rhythm is calm and stately, with a slightly display-leaning refinement even in text settings.
Best suited to editorial typography such as magazine headlines, decks, pull quotes, and high-end packaging or branding where its refined contrast can shine. It also works for elegant invitations and signage when set with ample size and breathing room.
The tone is polished and luxurious, projecting a quiet sophistication associated with premium editorial design. Its knife-edge details and poised proportions create a sense of formality and glamour, while the restrained construction keeps it contemporary rather than ornate.
The design appears intended to deliver contemporary luxury through high contrast, sharp serifing, and controlled, upright proportions. It aims for a premium editorial voice that looks sleek and cultivated while remaining conventional enough for composed reading in display-led layouts.
In the sample text, the extreme stroke contrast and needle-like serifs are visually striking, especially in capitals and numerals. At larger sizes the fine detailing reads as crisp and stylish; in smaller settings the hairlines become a defining characteristic and demand clean reproduction to preserve the intended finesse.