Serif Other Laba 2 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, editorial, posters, packaging, dramatic, stylish, retro, luxury, display impact, premium tone, classic with twist, distinctive texture, flared, bracketed, beak serifs, calligraphic, swashy.
A high-contrast serif design with sculpted, flared terminals and pronounced bracketed serifs that often resolve into beak-like points. Strokes transition sharply from thick verticals to hairline horizontals and joins, creating a crisp, carved rhythm across both capitals and lowercase. The letterforms are relatively broad with generous internal counters, and the serifs and terminals show a slightly calligraphic modulation rather than purely geometric construction. Curved letters (C, G, S, O) emphasize thick–thin stress and pointed finishing strokes, while diagonals and junctions (K, M, N, W, X) feel chiseled and decorative without becoming script-like. Figures follow the same contrast and flared finishing logic, reading as display numerals with strong silhouettes.
Best suited to headlines, decks, and short editorial passages where contrast and terminal detail can be appreciated. It also fits branding and packaging that aims for an upscale or fashion-forward voice, and poster or display work needing a dramatic, serif-led presence.
The overall tone is assertive and refined, combining luxury-editorial polish with a hint of vintage showcard flair. Its sharp hairlines and dramatic contrast convey elegance and spectacle, while the flared, beaked details add personality and a slightly theatrical edge. The texture in text feels rhythmic and high-impact, suited to attention-grabbing settings rather than quiet neutrality.
The design appears intended as a decorative display serif that amplifies classical proportions with heightened contrast and expressive, flared serifs. Its construction prioritizes silhouette, rhythm, and a premium feel, offering a distinctive alternative to more conventional modern or transitional text serifs.
In the sample text, the strong contrast and ornate terminal behavior create a lively, patterned color at larger sizes, with distinctive word shapes driven by the prominent serifs and curved joins. The design’s crisp hairlines and pointed details suggest it will reward ample size and good reproduction conditions where fine strokes can remain clear.