Serif Normal Ipkaw 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Classic Round' and 'Classic XtraRound' by Durotype; 'Askan', 'Campan', and 'Candide' by Hoftype; and 'Memento' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academic, branding, traditional, literary, formal, authoritative, readability, classic tone, editorial utility, print-like texture, professional voice, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, flared, crisp.
A classic serif with bracketed, wedge-like serifs and softly tapered strokes that give the letters a subtly calligraphic, oldstyle feel. Curves are generous and slightly organic, with moderate stroke modulation and rounded joins that keep the texture even in continuous text. Uppercase forms feel sturdy and bookish with wide bowls (C, O) and a prominent diagonal leg on R; the lowercase shows a double-storey a and g, a pronounced ear on g, and a gently curved f with a modest crossbar. Numerals are proportional and traditional in construction, with round forms on 6/8/9 and a straightforward 1 with a small head serif.
Well-suited to long-form reading such as books, essays, and reports where a traditional serif texture is desirable. It also fits editorial typography for magazines and newspapers, and can support formal branding or institutional communications that benefit from a classic, established voice.
The overall tone is familiar and cultured, evoking printed books, academic materials, and established editorial design. Its measured contrast and softened terminals communicate seriousness without looking severe, making it feel trustworthy and refined.
Designed to deliver a dependable, conventional reading experience with subtle calligraphic warmth. The forms prioritize clarity and continuity of rhythm in paragraphs while retaining enough serif character to feel traditional and authoritative.
Spacing reads open and steady in the text sample, producing a comfortable rhythm and a cohesive paragraph color. The italics are not shown; the displayed style maintains an upright, text-first posture with restrained detailing rather than decorative flourishes.