Serif Normal Kimup 12 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Ysobel' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, longform, academic, publishing, classic, formal, literary, refined, authoritative, readability, editorial tone, classic voice, print tradition, polished clarity, bracketed serifs, transitional, crisp, bookish.
A conventional serif with crisp, bracketed serifs and clear modulation between thick and thin strokes. The letterforms are upright and well-proportioned, with moderate apertures and a steady baseline rhythm that supports continuous reading. Capitals present a dignified, slightly wide stance with sharp terminals, while the lowercase maintains a balanced x-height and traditional proportions; the figures align comfortably with the text, matching the same contrast and serif treatment.
Well-suited to book typography, magazines, and other editorial layouts where a familiar serif texture and strong readability are needed. It can also serve formal communications and institutional materials, and works confidently for headings and subheads when set with ample leading.
The overall tone is traditional and composed, evoking printed books and established editorial design. Its controlled contrast and familiar shapes read as trustworthy and restrained rather than expressive or playful.
Designed to deliver a dependable, traditional reading experience with a polished, print-oriented character. The intent appears to balance classic serif conventions with a slightly refined contrast for a more elevated page color in both text and display settings.
Stroke joins and serifs are clean and consistent, producing a sharp, ink-on-paper feel at display sizes. The family’s proportions and spacing appear geared toward even texture in paragraphs, with enough contrast to add elegance without becoming delicate.