Serif Normal Akwi 2 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, branding, invitations, elegant, classic, dramatic, luxury tone, editorial voice, display emphasis, classic revival, didone-like, rational, crisp, refined, stylish.
A high-contrast italic serif with a pronounced slant and crisp, finely cut detailing. Thick verticals and swelling curves are paired with hairline connections and sharp, wedge-like serifs, creating a clean, polished rhythm across text. Capitals are broad and sculpted, while the lowercase shows a calligraphic flow with narrow joins, pointed terminals, and energetic entry/exit strokes. Numerals follow the same display-leaning contrast and italic construction, staying crisp and taut rather than rounded or soft.
Best suited to headlines, pull quotes, magazine-style layouts, and premium branding where the high contrast and italic movement can be featured at larger sizes. It can also work for short formal copy—such as invitations or product storytelling—when given enough size and breathing room to preserve the hairlines.
The overall tone is luxurious and assertive, projecting a fashion-forward editorial character with a classical backbone. Its dramatic contrast and italic motion read as formal and stylish, with a sense of refinement suited to high-end contexts.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, high-fashion interpretation of classical italic serifs, prioritizing contrast, sharpness, and graceful motion. Its forms aim to communicate sophistication and drama while remaining structured and legible in display settings.
In the sample text, the strong diagonal stress and hairline horizontals produce a lively texture that benefits from generous size and spacing. The design’s sharp terminals and thin strokes emphasize precision, giving it a distinctly display-oriented sparkle even when set in longer lines.