Calligraphic Gylim 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, invitations, branding, elegant, literary, warm, refined, classic, human warmth, formal voice, pen-lettering, text readability, calligraphic, humanist, soft serifs, bracketed, ink-like.
A slanted calligraphic roman with smooth, ink-like strokes and gently bracketed, serifed terminals. Curves are round and open, with a slightly modulated rhythm and a consistent forward lean that gives the letters a continuous motion without joining. Uppercase forms are clean and restrained, while the lowercase shows more handwriting influence—single-storey a and g, a looped descender on j, and softly tapered entry/exit strokes. Figures are simple and readable, matching the text tone rather than a rigid lining geometry.
Well-suited to editorial settings where a graceful, human voice is desired, such as magazine features, pull quotes, and book interiors. It can also support invitations, cultural branding, and short-form packaging or labeling where an elegant, crafted impression is beneficial.
The overall tone feels classic and literary, balancing formality with a personable, handwritten warmth. Its gentle italic movement and soft terminals suggest tradition and craft rather than stark modernism, making it feel inviting and polished.
Designed to evoke a formal handwritten or pen-lettered tradition in a practical, typeset form. The intention appears to be a readable italic text face with calligraphic character—lively enough to feel personal, but controlled enough for continuous reading.
Spacing appears moderately generous, helping the slanted forms stay clear in text. The texture is even and calm, with subtle liveliness coming from the varied stroke endings and slightly individualized letter shapes.