Serif Normal Telag 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book design, magazines, invitations, branding, classic, literary, elegant, formal, text italic, classical tone, elegant emphasis, editorial utility, calligraphic feel, bracketted, calligraphic, refined, crisp, oldstyle.
This serif italic shows pronounced thick–thin contrast with sharp, triangular wedge serifs and tapered terminals. Strokes follow a calligraphic axis, with fluid entry and exit strokes, especially visible in the lowercase where forms lean and connect visually through rhythmic, sweeping diagonals. Capitals are slightly narrower and more restrained than the lowercase, with crisp serifs and clean joins that keep the texture bright and organized. Numerals and punctuation maintain the same high-contrast logic, combining sturdy verticals with delicate hairlines for a polished, print-like color.
Well suited for editorial typography such as magazines, book interiors, and long-form reading where a classic italic is needed for emphasis. It also works effectively for refined display applications—headlines, pull quotes, titling, invitations, and brand wordmarks—where its high contrast and sharp serifs can add elegance and authority.
The overall tone is traditional and cultivated, with an unmistakably editorial, bookish voice. Its italic energy feels expressive without becoming decorative, suggesting seriousness, refinement, and a measured sense of drama suited to classic typography.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif italic with a strong calligraphic foundation, balancing readability with a distinctly refined, high-contrast sparkle. It aims to provide a dependable italic voice for emphasis while still feeling elevated enough for premium editorial and formal display use.
The italic slant is consistent and smooth, with clear modulation that emphasizes curves and diagonals. Bowls and counters stay open enough for text use, while the hairlines remain fine, giving the face a sophisticated, high-end texture at display sizes.