Outline Egni 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, book covers, vintage, whimsical, storybook, circus, quirky, decorative impact, nostalgic tone, signage feel, crafted charm, outlined, inline, serifed, decorative, hand-drawn.
A decorative outline serif with an inner inline that creates a double-stroked, hollow look. Letterforms show bracketed, wedge-like serifs and slightly irregular contours that feel lightly hand-drawn rather than mechanically perfect. Curves are generous and round (notably in O/C/G), while straights have subtle tapering and small kinks that add texture. Spacing reads fairly open in text, with a lively rhythm created by the consistent outer contour plus the inset line that tracks the shapes closely across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
Best suited for display work where the outline and inline can be appreciated: headlines, posters, vintage-inspired packaging, event materials, and logo wordmarks. It also works well for short editorial titles or chapter heads, especially in nostalgic or whimsical themes.
The font conveys a playful, old-time tone—part Victorian display, part carnival signage—balanced by a friendly, bookish warmth. Its outlined construction feels airy and ornamental, giving headlines a crafted, nostalgic character without becoming overly ornate.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic display serif silhouette while using outline-and-inline construction to add decorative impact and an engraved/signage feel. Subtle irregularities suggest an aim for human charm and period flavor rather than strict geometric precision.
The inline detail is tight and even, reinforcing counters and terminals and making the design feel engraved or sign-painted. Numerals follow the same outline/inline logic, with distinctive, slightly idiosyncratic curves that suit display settings more than dense UI text.