Serif Normal Sikum 2 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'URW Antiqua' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, branding, invitations, elegant, fashion, dramatic, classic, luxury tone, editorial voice, display emphasis, classic revival, bracketed, calligraphic, swashy, crisp, high-waist.
A high-contrast italic serif with sharply tapered hairlines and dense, rounded main strokes that create a strong black–white rhythm. The slant is pronounced and fluid, with calligraphic shaping in curves and terminals, and bracketed serifs that often resolve into fine points. Uppercase letters feel stately and slightly condensed in their inner spaces, while the lowercase shows lively entry/exit strokes and occasional swash-like terminals (notably in forms such as g, y, and f). Numerals follow the same italic, high-contrast logic with sculpted curves and pointed joins, producing a polished, display-leaning texture.
This font is well-suited to headlines, deck copy, pull quotes, and other editorial applications where an elegant italic voice is desired. It also fits branding and packaging for premium goods, as well as formal invitations or programs where a classic, calligraphic serif texture adds distinction. For longer passages, it will be most comfortable when set large enough to preserve the fine hairlines.
The overall tone is sophisticated and theatrical, projecting a refined, fashion-forward elegance with a hint of vintage print culture. Its pronounced contrast and slanted energy make the text feel dynamic and luxurious rather than purely utilitarian.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic, high-contrast italic with a contemporary polish—capturing the authority of traditional serif forms while amplifying drama through sharp hairlines, pointed terminals, and energetic curvature.
In paragraph-like settings the strong contrast and italic angle emphasize word shapes and create a sweeping horizontal motion; spacing reads open enough for short texts, while the thinnest strokes and sharp terminals suggest better performance at moderate-to-large sizes. Curved letters show smooth, continuous modulation, and diagonals (V, W, X) read crisp and blade-like against the softer, swelling curves.