Serif Normal Konem 6 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Askan Slim' and 'Candide Condensed' by Hoftype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academic, reports, classic, bookish, formal, authoritative, literary, readability, editorial tone, traditional color, text setting, versatility, bracketed serifs, oldstyle figures, open counters, moderate terminals, steady rhythm.
This serif has a traditional, text-oriented build with bracketed serifs and moderately flared terminals. Strokes show clear but restrained thick–thin modulation, with rounded joins and smooth, well-controlled curves that keep the texture even in paragraphs. Proportions feel balanced and conventional, with open counters, a moderate x-height, and capitals that read stately without becoming overly wide. The numerals appear oldstyle, with varying heights and a more text-friendly rhythm than lining figures.
Well-suited to body text in books, long articles, and editorial layouts where an even rhythm and comfortable readability are priorities. It can also support formal communication—reports, academic material, and institutional pages—while remaining versatile enough for headings and pull quotes when set larger.
Overall tone is classic and literary, conveying credibility and a calm, editorial seriousness. It feels comfortable and familiar in long-form settings, with a slightly traditional warmth rather than a sharp, fashion-forward edge.
The design intention appears to be a conventional, dependable serif for continuous reading, combining traditional detailing with controlled contrast to maintain clarity across a range of sizes. The inclusion of text-style numerals reinforces a book and editorial focus.
In the sample text, spacing and color produce a stable, continuous typographic “gray,” suggesting a design aimed at sustained reading. The lowercase shows a gentle, bookish character (notably in rounded forms like a, e, and g), while capitals retain a dignified presence for headings and initials.