Serif Normal Wabat 3 is a very light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazine, book titles, luxury branding, posters, elegant, refined, classic, airy, elegance, display impact, classic revival, refinement, hairline serifs, didone-like, vertical stress, delicate, crisp.
A delicate high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin transitions and fine hairline terminals. The letterforms show a vertical axis and a calm, upright stance, with sharp bracketless serifs and tapered entry/exit strokes that give a crisp, engraved feel. Proportions are relatively narrow in the capitals with generous sidebearings, while the lowercase keeps a traditional rhythm and moderate x-height; ascenders are tall and the curves are smooth and controlled. Numerals follow the same refined contrast, with slender joints and elegant curves that read best at display sizes.
This font suits editorial applications where elegance and hierarchy are key—magazine headlines, pull quotes, book covers, and section openers. It also works well for luxury and cultural branding (packaging, invitations, and identity wordmarks) where refined contrast and a classic serif voice are desired.
The overall tone is poised and polished, leaning toward fashion and literary sophistication rather than utilitarian neutrality. Its airy hairlines and sculpted curves convey a sense of luxury, restraint, and formality.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, high-fashion interpretation of classic high-contrast serif construction: crisp serifs, vertical stress, and clean, controlled curves aimed at impactful display typography while still supporting refined text settings.
In the text sample, the extreme contrast is visually striking, but the finest strokes and small serifs appear sensitive to size and reproduction conditions, suggesting careful use for readability. The forms maintain consistent stress and serif treatment across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, giving the design a cohesive, curated presence.