Serif Normal Urnit 2 is a light, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book covers, headlines, invitations, elegant, literary, refined, wry, classic, editorial voice, elegant display, space saving, classic tone, high-waisted, flared serifs, crisp, pointed terminals, calligraphic.
This serif shows tall, high-waisted proportions with long ascenders and descenders and a distinctly narrow set. Strokes move from slender hairlines to firmer verticals, with sharp, flared wedge serifs and pointed terminals that give the outlines a crisp, slightly calligraphic snap. Curves are taut and controlled, counters are relatively small, and joins stay clean, producing a rhythmic, vertical reading texture. The figures and capitals follow the same restrained, tapered logic, keeping the overall color light and airy while maintaining clear letter differentiation.
Well suited to editorial design, magazine typography, and book or cultural posters where a lean, elegant serif can carry long lines without feeling bulky. It also fits invitations and branding that want a refined, high-fashion flavor, and works effectively for headlines and subheads where its pointed serifs can be appreciated.
The tone is refined and literary, with a poised, editorial character that reads as classic but not stodgy. Its sharp serifs and slender build add a faintly dramatic, witty edge—more boutique magazine than utilitarian bookwork.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional serif voice in a slimmer, more fashion-forward silhouette, prioritizing vertical rhythm, crisp terminals, and a polished page presence.
In running text the narrow set encourages tight composition and a strong vertical cadence, while the pointed serifs and delicate hairlines make the design feel best when given enough size or printing conditions that preserve fine detail. The overall impression is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, with an emphasis on elegance over heaviness.