Serif Normal Bomun 2 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, packaging, posters, branding, book covers, friendly, retro, folksy, warm, chunky, retro warmth, friendly impact, vernacular print, display legibility, soft serifs, rounded terminals, ink-trap feel, lively rhythm, display-ready.
A heavy, rounded serif with softly bracketed feet and bulb-like terminals that give the letters a carved, slightly inflated silhouette. Strokes are broad with modest contrast and a generally even color, while corners are eased into generous curves rather than sharp joins. The face shows a distinctly lively rhythm: counters are compact, shoulders and bowls are full, and several forms include subtle notches and scooped joins that read like an ink-trap or stamp-cut effect. Numerals are stout and friendly, matching the letterforms’ soft-edged, robust construction.
Best suited to headlines, branding, and packaging where a bold, friendly serif can carry the message with character. It can also work for short passages or pull quotes at larger sizes, especially when a nostalgic, tactile feel is desired.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a vintage, handcrafted flavor that feels at home in nostalgic or casual settings. Its chunky shapes and rounded serifs create a confident, playful voice rather than a formal or delicate one.
The design appears intended to blend conventional serif structure with softened, display-oriented detailing—prioritizing warmth, impact, and recognizability. Its rounded serifs, compact counters, and lively shaping suggest a goal of evoking classic, printed vernacular while staying legible and sturdy.
Spacing appears comfortable for such a heavy design, keeping words readable in short paragraphs while maintaining a strong presence. The combination of soft serifs and slightly idiosyncratic shaping gives it personality that stands out in headings without tipping into novelty.