Calligraphic Afje 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book titles, packaging, branding, invitations, posters, storybook, whimsical, craft, vintage, friendly, human warmth, classic charm, playful formality, handcrafted tone, decorative readability, flared, soft-bracketed, inked, bouncy, roundish.
This typeface presents a calligraphic, hand-drawn serif style with softly flared, wedge-like terminals and subtle stroke modulation. Curves are generous and slightly irregular, giving the outlines an inked, organic feel while maintaining consistent structure across the alphabet. Serifs tend to be rounded and lightly bracketed, and many joins swell gently, creating a lively rhythm. Proportions feel slightly variable from letter to letter, with open counters and smooth bowls that keep text clear at moderate sizes.
It suits titles, short passages, and display settings where a personable, crafted tone is desired—such as book covers, boutique branding, packaging labels, and invitations. It can also work well for pull quotes and posters where its soft serifs and gentle modulation can be appreciated at larger sizes.
The overall tone is warm and storybook-like, combining a traditional serif impression with playful, handcrafted movement. Its gentle quirks and tapered endings add charm and a human presence without becoming overly casual or messy.
The design appears intended to evoke formal calligraphic roots while preserving the spontaneity of hand lettering. By pairing controlled serif construction with slight irregularity and tapered strokes, it aims to deliver a readable yet characterful voice for expressive editorial and branding uses.
The figures and capitals carry the same tapered, calligraphic treatment as the lowercase, helping headings and numerals feel integrated. The ampersand is notably decorative, and round forms like O, Q, and e emphasize smooth, flowing curvature, reinforcing the font’s friendly, illustrative character.