Serif Normal Arrav 2 is a bold, wide, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, book covers, posters, pull quotes, editorial, classic, assertive, formal, literary, emphasis, editorial tone, classic authority, dramatic display, bracketed, flared, calligraphic, compact serifs, lively rhythm.
A robust italic serif with pronounced stroke contrast and energetic, forward-leaning proportions. Serifs are bracketed and often slightly flared, with wedge-like terminals that give the letters a crisp, engraved feel without becoming a slab. Bowls and curves are full and dark, counters stay relatively open, and the overall color on the page is strong and even. The design shows a lively, slightly calligraphic modulation—especially in diagonals and joins—creating a dynamic rhythm in both capitals and lowercase.
Best suited for display and editorial settings such as magazine headlines, pull quotes, book covers, and promotional posters where an italic serif can carry emphasis. It can also work for short, high-impact subheads or lead-ins, especially when you want a classic voice with added urgency.
The tone is traditional and editorial, combining a classic bookish sensibility with a confident, attention-getting presence. Its pronounced italic movement and dense texture feel dramatic and declarative, suited to emphatic statements rather than quiet neutrality.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif structure with amplified italic energy and contrast for emphasis. It aims for a classic, print-oriented voice—familiar and readable in form—while providing a darker, more dramatic texture for standout typography.
In text, the slant and contrast produce a pronounced headline texture with sharp inner turns and strong entry/exit strokes. The numerals share the same italic stress and sturdy weight, helping mixed alphanumeric settings look cohesive.