Serif Other Akzo 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, branding, vintage, playful, friendly, rustic, quirky, decorative charm, retro feel, friendly display, texture building, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, soft corners, rounded joins, chunky.
A heavy, softly modeled serif with rounded, bracketed serifs that end in prominent ball-like terminals. Strokes are thick and relatively even, with gentle curves and softened corners that create a cushioned silhouette rather than sharp carving. Proportions feel compact and sturdy, with generous counters and a slightly irregular, handmade rhythm across letters. The numerals and capitals share the same bulbous serif treatment, keeping a consistent, decorative texture at both display and large text sizes.
Best used for display roles such as posters, headlines, packaging, and signage where the distinctive ball terminals can read as intentional ornament. It can also work for short passages in larger sizes, especially in themed or retro contexts where a textured serif voice is desirable.
The overall tone is warm and personable, with a nostalgic, old-time flavor that reads as playful rather than formal. Its bouncy terminals and softened shapes give it an approachable, slightly whimsical character suited to friendly messaging and throwback styling.
The design appears intended to reinterpret a traditional serif structure with exaggerated, rounded terminals and softened geometry to create a distinctive, characterful voice. It prioritizes atmosphere and recognizable texture over neutrality, aiming for standout personality in branding and display typography.
The decorative terminals are visually assertive and create a dense, dotted edge along baselines and cap heights, which becomes a defining texture in paragraphs. Letterforms remain clear, but the distinctive serifs add strong personality and can dominate at smaller sizes or in tightly spaced settings.