Serif Normal Kogis 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, invitations, branding, classic, literary, formal, scholarly, traditional, legibility, elegance, tradition, authority, bracketed, sharp, crisp, calligraphic, oldstyle.
A crisp, high-contrast serif with bracketed serifs and gently tapered strokes that create a refined, slightly calligraphic rhythm. Capitals feel stately and evenly proportioned, with modest flare at terminals and clear, open counters. The lowercase shows a relatively short x-height with longer ascenders/descenders, producing a more vertical, bookish texture; bowls and joins are smooth, and stroke transitions are clean rather than blunt. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with slender stems and curved forms that read elegantly in running text.
Well-suited to book typography, long-form editorial, and magazine layouts where a traditional serif voice is desired. It also works effectively for invitations, certificates, and brand systems aiming for heritage and credibility, especially at headline and subhead sizes where the contrast and serifs can be appreciated.
The overall tone is classic and literary, leaning formal and traditional rather than modern or utilitarian. Its contrast and restrained details suggest an editorial voice—polished, serious, and suited to established institutions or print-minded design.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, authoritative reading experience with a touch of elegance, combining familiar serif construction with lively contrast and carefully shaped terminals. It prioritizes a classic typographic texture and a composed, institutional presence.
In the sample text, spacing appears balanced with a steady baseline and consistent color, while the higher contrast gives a lively sparkle at larger sizes. The sharpness of the serifs and thin hairlines becomes more noticeable in dense lines, reinforcing a more refined, display-leaning text personality.