Serif Normal Tedib 2 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
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This typeface is a high-contrast italic serif with a compact, vertically oriented footprint and crisp, tapered terminals. Strokes show pronounced thick–thin modulation, with hairline joins and sharp, bracketed serifs that feel etched rather than blunt. The italic angle is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, producing a continuous rightward flow; curves are taut and oval forms are slightly pinched, contributing to an overall narrow rhythm. Lowercase features include a two-storey “g” and “a” with calligraphic entry/exit strokes, while capitals maintain a stately, engraved silhouette with clean internal counters.
It suits fashion and culture magazines, book typography for emphasis, and short-to-medium passages where an italic voice is desired. The style also works well for invitations, headlines, pull quotes, and premium branding or packaging that benefits from a classic, refined italic serif presence.
The overall tone is polished and literary, with a distinctly editorial sophistication. Its sharp contrast and fluent italic movement suggest formality and tradition, evoking book culture, classic publishing, and refined stationery rather than casual or utilitarian settings.
The design intent appears to be a contemporary take on a traditional, calligraphy-informed italic serif for elegant text setting. Its narrow rhythm and pronounced modulation prioritize sophistication and typographic color, offering a distinguished italic that reads as formal and editorial.
Spacing appears relatively tight and the thin strokes are prominent, which emphasizes sparkle and texture in running text. The figures follow the same italic logic and contrast, giving dates and numerals a dressy, integrated look alongside letters.