Sans Contrasted Okbet 5 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, magazines, editorial, reports, branding, refined, classic, authoritative, literary, text readability, editorial tone, classic utility, professional polish, bracketed serifs, oldstyle figures, open apertures, high readability, balanced proportions.
A polished serif design with bracketed serifs, moderated stroke contrast, and a steady, bookish rhythm. Capitals are broad and stable with rounded bowls and clean joins, while lowercase forms show traditional serif detailing and a measured, slightly calligraphic modulation. The shapes favor open counters and clear differentiation, with numerals that read as oldstyle figures (mixed heights) and a gently flowing baseline texture in running text.
Well suited to book and long-form reading, where its steady rhythm and open counters support comfortable scanning. It also fits magazines, essays, and report typography, and can carry tasteful branding or identity work that calls for a classic, credible serif voice.
The overall tone is editorial and refined, projecting tradition and credibility without feeling ornate. It carries a calm, literary presence suited to serious or informational settings, with enough warmth in the curves to avoid a cold, mechanical feel.
The design appears intended as a versatile, readable serif for continuous text, balancing traditional proportions and serif construction with a clean, contemporary finish. Its moderated contrast and clear forms suggest an emphasis on legibility and a dependable editorial tone.
In text, the letterforms maintain even color and spacing, producing a composed paragraph texture. The italics shown are absent; what’s visible is a consistent upright voice with classic serif cues and restrained contrast that supports long-form reading.