Serif Normal Alze 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, branding, posters, elegant, dramatic, refined, luxury tone, editorial impact, stylish emphasis, classic revival, didone-like, hairline serifs, vertical stress, calligraphic, crisp.
A high-contrast italic serif with razor-thin hairlines and strongly weighted stems that create a sharp light–dark rhythm. The letterforms show a pronounced rightward slant and a distinctly calligraphic construction, with tapered terminals, fine unbracketed serifs, and clean, crisp joins. Uppercase proportions feel stately and slightly narrow in impression due to the strong verticals, while the lowercase maintains a moderate x-height with lively ascenders and descenders. Numerals and punctuation follow the same contrast model, reading crisp and display-oriented rather than utilitarian.
Best suited to display typography such as magazine headlines, pull quotes, fashion and beauty branding, and high-impact posters. It can also work for short subheads or invitations where a refined, luxurious tone is desired, especially when set with generous size and spacing.
The overall tone is polished and theatrical, projecting luxury and confidence. Its high contrast and italic movement give it a fashion-forward, editorial voice suited to sophisticated, attention-seeking typography.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on classic high-contrast italics: dramatic stroke contrast, crisp detailing, and a flowing slant that reads as premium and editorial. It prioritizes visual sophistication and stylistic presence over purely utilitarian text rendering.
At larger sizes the hairlines and pointed terminals read especially refined, while in smaller settings the extreme contrast can make fine details feel delicate. The italic angle and energetic curves add momentum, making emphasis feel inherent even without additional styling.