Serif Normal Idrol 2 is a light, very wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, magazines, editorial, branding, invitations, classic, literary, refined, formal, readability, elegance, tradition, authority, versatility, bracketed serifs, transitional, open counters, horizontal stress, generous spacing.
This serif has a broad, open footprint with widely set capitals and roomy internal counters. Strokes show a measured contrast with crisp hairlines and sturdier verticals, and the serifs are bracketed and slightly flared, giving joins a smooth, calligraphic transition rather than abrupt terminals. Curves are clean and round (notably in O/C/e), while diagonals and arms stay sharp and well-controlled; overall spacing reads generous and steady, supporting an even text color in the sample setting.
It performs well in long-form reading contexts such as books and editorial layouts where a classic serif texture is desired without feeling dense. The wide, dignified capitals also make it effective for display applications like headings, cultural branding, and formal printed pieces such as invitations or programs.
The tone is traditional and bookish, with a calm, cultivated presence that feels suited to formal communication. Its wide proportions and airy shapes add an approachable clarity, keeping the voice more elegant than austere.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with elevated refinement—prioritizing readability through open forms and consistent spacing while retaining a traditional, authoritative character. Its proportion choices suggest an aim for graceful, spacious typography that can bridge body text and headline use.
The figures appear lining and proportional, matching the expansive rhythm of the letters and maintaining consistent contrast and serif treatment. Lowercase forms stay readable with open apertures and clear differentiation, while capitals carry a stately, inscriptional feel through their width and carefully tapered terminals.