Slab Normal Kimo 7 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, pull quotes, captions, refined, literary, classic, quiet, text emphasis, editorial tone, quiet elegance, readability, slab serif, bracketed, hairline, calligraphic, elegant.
A very slender italic slab serif with finely drawn, mostly monoline strokes and gentle, bracketed serifs that read as small horizontal “feet” at stroke ends. The letterforms are softly modeled, with rounded bowls and open apertures, and the italic angle is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures. Proportions are moderately narrow with a calm rhythm, and spacing appears even and restrained, supporting continuous text. Numerals follow the same light, italic construction, with simple, unobtrusive terminals and a delicate overall color on the page.
Well-suited to editorial typography such as magazine features, book interiors, and refined long-form reading where a light italic slab can add emphasis without heavy contrast. It also works nicely for pull quotes, intros, captions, and elegant supporting text in branding systems that need a quiet, literate accent.
The tone is poised and understated, leaning literary and classical rather than loud or decorative. Its lightness and italic flow suggest sophistication and a slightly formal, editorial voice, suitable for conveying nuance and refinement.
The design appears intended as a clean, workhorse slab serif italic rendered in an exceptionally light weight—aiming for readability and consistency while providing a polished, editorial slant for emphasis and tone.
Capitals show a restrained, inscriptional feel with crisp serifs and smooth curves, while lowercase forms keep a gentle cursive motion without becoming script-like. The overall texture stays airy, so it will look best when allowed sufficient size or leading to preserve clarity.