Serif Normal Tabud 2 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, fashion, magazines, branding, invitations, elegant, refined, literary, formal, elegance, editorial voice, premium tone, dramatic contrast, italic emphasis, hairline serifs, calligraphic, high-waisted, sharp terminals, bracketed serifs.
A sharply slanted serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and fine hairline detailing. The letterforms show a calligraphic rhythm: tapered entry strokes, crisp wedge-like terminals, and delicate, bracketed serifs that resolve into needle-thin horizontals. Proportions feel high-waisted and graceful, with open counters and a steady italic flow that keeps spacing lively while remaining controlled. Figures follow the same contrast logic, with curved forms (like 6, 8, 9) showing strong thick–thin transitions and slender joins.
Well-suited to editorial typography such as magazine features, headlines, and pull quotes where elegance and contrast are desirable. It also fits premium branding, beauty/fashion applications, and formal invitations or event materials, especially when set at sizes that let the fine hairlines remain clear.
The overall tone is polished and couture-leaning, conveying sophistication and a slightly dramatic, editorial personality. Its crisp finesse and dynamic slant suggest formality and taste, with a classic, literary sensibility rather than a casual voice.
The design appears intended to provide a sophisticated italic voice for contemporary classical typography—combining traditional serif structure with a pronounced, stylish slant and high-contrast detailing to create an upscale, editorial look.
In text, the thin hairlines and sharp serifs create a bright, sparkling texture and a strong sense of motion across a line. The italic construction is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and numerals, producing a cohesive, continuous rhythm that reads as intentional and refined.