Serif Normal Lubab 2 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Century Oldstyle' by Bitstream, 'Century Old Style EF' by Elsner+Flake, 'Century Old Style' by Linotype, 'Century Old Style SB' and 'Century Old Style SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Century Old Style Pro' by SoftMaker, 'Century Old Style' by Tilde, and 'Century Old Style' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, formal, authoritative, traditional, stately, impact, readability, tradition, authority, print-forward, bracketed, sculpted, crisp, robust, bookish.
A robust serif with pronounced stroke contrast and strongly bracketed, wedge-like serifs. Letterforms are broad and steady, with generous counters and a firm baseline presence; curves transition into stems with clean, sculpted joins. The capitals feel monumental and evenly proportioned, while the lowercase maintains a conventional, readable structure with moderately sized bowls and clear apertures. Numerals match the overall weight and contrast, with compact forms and confident terminals that keep the set visually cohesive in text.
Well suited to headlines, subheads, and large-format editorial typography where a strong serif voice is needed. It can also support book covers and brand wordmarks that aim for tradition and authority, especially when set with ample leading and comfortable tracking to manage its dense color.
The tone is classic and authoritative, projecting an editorial seriousness associated with traditional print typography. Its strong serifs and emphatic verticals lend a dignified, institutional feel, while the crisp contrast adds a refined, slightly ceremonial edge.
The design appears intended as a conventional serif for impactful reading and display, balancing traditional proportions with a heavier, more emphatic presence. Its consistent serif grammar and measured forms suggest a focus on clarity and authority rather than novelty.
In the sample text, the rhythm is stable and dark, producing a bold typographic color that favors display sizes and short-to-medium reading lengths. The shapes remain conventional rather than quirky, with emphasis coming from width, contrast, and serif treatment rather than unusual construction.