Serif Flared Idfo 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, tall x-height font.
Keywords: book text, magazines, editorial design, longform reading, literary branding, editorial, literary, refined, classical, lively, readable italic, classic voice, text texture, calligraphic warmth, editorial clarity, bracketed, flared, calligraphic, oldstyle, humanist.
An italic serif with a calligraphic construction and gently flared stroke endings. The letterforms show moderate stroke contrast with softly bracketed serifs and tapered terminals that keep the texture crisp without feeling brittle. Proportions lean slightly narrow and upright in rhythm despite the slant, with a notably tall x-height that supports legibility at text sizes. Curves are smooth and open, and the overall color on the page is even, with subtle width variation from glyph to glyph that adds a natural, drawn quality.
Well suited to longform reading in books, essays, and magazine layouts where an italic voice is needed without sacrificing clarity. It also fits literary and cultural branding, subtitles, pull quotes, and refined packaging where a classic, humanist serif tone is desired.
The tone is bookish and editorial, with a traditional, cultured voice. Its slanted, calligraphic energy adds warmth and motion, while the restrained contrast and measured details keep it composed and professional. Overall it reads as refined and classic rather than decorative.
Likely designed to provide a readable, traditional italic that feels rooted in calligraphy while remaining disciplined enough for sustained text. The tall x-height and moderated contrast suggest an emphasis on usability and consistent paragraph color, with flared endings adding character and warmth.
Numerals follow the same italic, oldstyle sensibility, with rounded forms and tapered joins that integrate smoothly into running text. Capitals feel dignified and slightly formal, while the lowercase carries most of the fluidity, producing a comfortable, continuous rhythm in paragraphs.