Serif Normal Apma 2 is a bold, wide, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, branding, book covers, posters, confident, classic, dramatic, authoritative, emphasis, headline, heritage, readability, impact, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, cupped serifs, dark color, energetic slant.
A robust italic serif with pronounced contrast between thick stems and thinner connecting strokes, creating a crisp, calligraphic rhythm. The letters are broadly proportioned with a generous set and rounded bowls, while serifs are clearly defined and slightly cupped/bracketed, helping maintain a conventional serif texture despite the slant. Curves and joins feel smooth and deliberate, with an overall dark color on the page and steady spacing that supports continuous reading at display-to-text crossover sizes.
Well suited to headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and opening paragraphs where a classic italic serif with extra presence is desirable. It can work effectively for editorial design, book and magazine titling, cultural or institutional communications, and branding that wants a traditional foundation with added energy. The strong weight and contrast also make it useful for posters or packaging where legibility and impact are both priorities.
This typeface conveys a confident, traditional tone with a touch of theatrical flair. The combination of strong weight and energetic italics gives it a persuasive, attention-getting voice that still feels rooted in classic book typography. Overall it reads as formal but lively, suitable for messaging that wants authority without feeling stiff.
The design appears intended to deliver strong emphasis in an italic serif voice, pairing traditional letterforms with a heavier, more assertive presence. Its contrast and clear serif structure aim to keep forms recognizable and readable while projecting a bold, editorial character. The overall effect suggests a display-forward italic meant to stand out in titles and highlighted passages.
The numerals and capitals share the same sturdy, italicized momentum as the lowercase, producing a cohesive, assertive typographic color. Stroke contrast and serif articulation remain consistent across the set, which helps maintain a conventional serif texture even at larger, more expressive sizes.