Inline Jena 2 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, signage, retro, marquee, sporty, playful, confident, decoration, branding, impact, geometric, monolinear, outlined, double-line, display.
A geometric sans with heavy, rounded strokes and a distinctive internal inline that tracks through each letterform, creating a double-line look. Curves are smooth and circular (notably in O, C, G, and 0), while straight-sided forms keep crisp, orthogonal terminals. Proportions read broad and steady, with generous counters and even spacing that supports large, punchy settings. The inline detail is consistently centered within the strokes, giving the design a layered, sign-like construction across capitals, lowercase, and numerals.
Best suited for display typography where the inline detail can be appreciated: headlines, posters, storefront or event signage, and branding marks. It also works well on packaging and social graphics that benefit from a retro, marquee-like voice. For small text, the inline effect may soften, so larger sizes will showcase the design most clearly.
The inline treatment and sturdy geometry evoke classic sign painting, neon tubing, and vintage athletic or entertainment lettering. It feels upbeat and attention-seeking, with a friendly modernist base that’s dressed up to look festive and graphic. The overall tone is bold and celebratory rather than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a familiar geometric sans foundation with added visual flair via an integrated inline, producing instant impact without relying on extreme letter shapes. The consistent internal striping suggests a goal of creating a recognizable, decorative voice for titles and branding while keeping forms clean and broadly legible.
Round letters maintain near-perfect circularity, and diagonals (V, W, X, Y) form sharp, symmetric joins that amplify the graphic rhythm. The lowercase stays simple and readable, with single-storey forms where applicable, and the numerals carry the same inline motif for cohesive branding in headings and pricing/date settings.