Slab Normal Kihi 3 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book titles, editorial, magazines, invitations, pull quotes, literary, classic, refined, warm, elegant italic, editorial tone, classic readability, soft authority, bracketed, wedge serif, calligraphic, transitional, open counters.
A very light italic serif with gently flared, slab-like serifs and soft bracketing that keeps the joins smooth rather than abrupt. Strokes are consistently thin with subtle modulation, and the overall rhythm is even and airy, aided by open counters and generous internal space. Uppercase forms are crisp and slightly formal, while the lowercase shows a more calligraphic flow, with a single-storey “a” and “g,” a narrow, looping “f,” and a “y” with a curved descender. Numerals are slender and lightly styled to match the text color, with rounded forms that stay readable at display sizes.
Well-suited to editorial typography where an italic needs to carry long phrases gracefully—such as book and article titles, magazine features, pull quotes, and refined promotional copy. Its light color and open shapes also make it a good choice for elegant invitations and branding that wants a literary, classic feel.
The tone is elegant and bookish, combining a traditional italic voice with a light, polished texture. It reads as calm and cultivated rather than loud, giving text a gentle, narrative momentum.
Designed to provide a refined italic companion with a soft slab-serif footprint—delivering traditional, literary character while keeping the overall texture light, smooth, and highly legible at larger text and display settings.
The italic slant is moderate and consistent, with smooth curves and restrained terminals that avoid sharp, high-contrast drama. Spacing appears comfortable and balanced in the sample text, producing a clean line without looking mechanical.