Serif Normal Alsi 2 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, branding, packaging, luxury, dramatic, classic, fashion, refinement, emphasis, impact, elegance, bracketed, wedge serifs, calligraphic, sharply cut, crisp.
A high-contrast serif with a pronounced right-leaning italic construction and crisp, sharply tapered terminals. Strokes transition quickly from hairlines to strong verticals, and the serifs read as refined wedges with subtle bracketing, giving the forms a carved, glossy finish. Counters are relatively compact in many letters, while spacing and sidebearings feel intentionally varied to support an animated, display-forward rhythm. Numerals follow the same sharp, calligraphic logic, with elegant curves and thin connecting strokes that emphasize the contrast.
Best suited for headlines, magazine typography, pull quotes, and brand expressions where a refined, high-contrast italic can carry the voice. It can also work for premium packaging and identity systems when used at sizes that preserve the delicate hairlines and sharp terminals.
The overall tone is sophisticated and theatrical, balancing classical bookish cues with fashion-led polish. Its angular cuts and steep italic energy create a sense of speed and confidence, making the text feel assertive and premium rather than quiet or purely utilitarian.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif voice with heightened contrast and an energetic italic stance, prioritizing elegance and visual impact. Its construction suggests a focus on expressive reading texture and display clarity rather than neutral, long-form economy.
In the sample text, the thin hairlines and joins become a defining feature, creating sparkle and strong texture at larger sizes. The italic slant is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, and the letterforms favor dramatic diagonals and tapered curves that read especially well in short lines and emphasis settings.