Serif Normal Yanih 2 is a very light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literary, branding, classic, refined, calm, formal, readability, editorial tone, classic elegance, formal voice, bracketed, oldstyle, sharp terminals, open counters, delicate.
A delicate serif with bracketed, wedge-like serifs and gently tapered strokes that keep the texture light and airy. The letterforms show oldstyle influence in the lowercase, with a two-storey “g,” a compact, softly rounded “a,” and a modest, slightly angled stress in round letters. Capitals are stately and relatively wide, with thin hairlines and crisp joins; diagonals (V/W/X) are clean and even, and the overall rhythm stays smooth without calling attention to individual glyph quirks. Numerals are lining and proportionate, matching the restrained stroke weight and refined detailing of the text.
This font is well suited to long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a refined, classical texture is desired. It also fits magazine typography, invitations, and upscale branding that benefits from a traditional serif voice, particularly at comfortable text sizes and in high-quality print or carefully set digital type.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, conveying a quiet sophistication rather than overt display. Its light color and careful serif shaping suggest a composed, editorial voice suited to polished reading experiences and formal messaging.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with classic proportions and understated personality, prioritizing an even reading rhythm and an elegant, lightly detailed finish. Its choices in serif shaping and oldstyle lowercase forms aim for familiarity and credibility while remaining visually graceful.
Spacing appears balanced for continuous text, with open counters and clear internal shapes that help maintain legibility despite the fine strokes. Terminals and serifs feel intentionally sharp yet not abrupt, giving the face a crisp finish while preserving a gentle flow across lines.