Serif Normal Terim 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book typography, magazines, pull quotes, invitations, elegant, literary, formal, classic, refined, italic emphasis, classic refinement, editorial voice, formal tone, calligraphic, bracketed, sharp serifs, diagonal stress, airy spacing.
This typeface is a high-contrast italic serif with slender hairlines and fuller main strokes, showing a clear diagonal stress. Serifs are sharp and finely tapered, with subtle bracketing where strokes join, giving terminals a crisp, chiseled finish. Proportions feel moderately condensed with a pronounced rightward slant and a lively rhythm; capitals are poised and slightly narrow, while the lowercase shows compact counters and a steady, bookish x-height. Numerals follow the same contrast and slant, appearing elegant and well suited to text settings rather than signage.
It performs best in editorial and book contexts where an elegant italic voice is needed for emphasis, titles, and pull quotes. The refined contrast and sharp detailing also suit formal printed pieces such as invitations, programs, and tasteful brand materials, particularly at larger sizes where the hairlines can be appreciated.
The overall tone is sophisticated and literary, with a traditional, editorial polish. Its sharp serifs and strong contrast convey formality and refinement, while the italic movement adds a sense of motion and expressive emphasis.
The design appears intended as a classic, high-contrast italic for conventional reading and elegant emphasis, balancing traditional serif structure with a more calligraphic, energetic slant. Its controlled spacing and crisp finishing suggest a focus on clarity in continuous text while retaining a distinctly formal character.
In the sample text, the spacing reads airy and controlled, helping the delicate hairlines stay distinct at display sizes. The design’s crisp joins and pointed terminals create a bright texture on the page, making it especially effective for emphasis, quotes, and italic-forward typographic hierarchy.