Serif Normal Ilmep 2 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, headlines, invitations, refined, literary, formal, classic, readability, editorial tone, classic elegance, print tradition, bracketed, crisp, transitional, calligraphic, delicate.
This serif typeface shows a crisp high-contrast build with thin hairlines and more substantial vertical stems, paired with finely bracketed serifs. Curves are smooth and controlled, with a slightly calligraphic modulation visible in bowls and terminals. Proportions feel balanced and conventional, with moderate counters and a steady baseline rhythm; spacing appears even and text-friendly in the sample. The lowercase includes a two-storey a and g, compact finials, and a relatively delicate overall color on the page.
It performs well for long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a refined serif texture is desirable. The clean contrast and neat serifs also suit magazine headlines, pull quotes, invitations, and brand materials that need a classic, cultivated tone.
The overall tone is polished and traditional, suggesting an editorial, bookish sensibility. Its sharp hairlines and tidy serif work lend a composed, slightly formal voice suited to established institutions and printed matter.
The design appears intended as a conventional, versatile serif for literary and editorial typography, prioritizing clarity and an elegant page texture over eccentric stylization. Its controlled contrast and bracketed serifs aim to deliver a familiar, authoritative reading experience.
Capital forms lean toward classical proportions with a restrained presence rather than overt display. Numerals appear lining with clear differentiation and consistent contrast, maintaining the same refined texture as the letters.