Serif Normal Hanal 2 is a very light, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book titles, magazines, invitations, quotations, elegant, literary, refined, classic, elegant italic, editorial voice, classical refinement, formal tone, hairline, calligraphic, delicate, crisp, bracketed.
A delicate italic serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and hairline joins that give it a crisp, airy color on the page. Serifs are fine and gently bracketed, with tapered entry and exit strokes that suggest a controlled, pen-like construction. The overall rhythm is smooth and flowing, with generous curves, narrow terminals, and a slightly formal, bookish stance; capitals feel stately and restrained while the lowercase maintains an even, readable cadence.
Well suited to editorial typography where an italic voice is needed—pull quotes, intros, and refined sidebars—as well as book and magazine titling. It can also support formal stationery such as invitations or announcements, where its delicate contrast and calligraphic tapering add sophistication.
The font conveys a refined, cultured tone—quietly luxurious rather than loud. Its lightness and sharp contrast read as classical and literary, lending a sense of tradition, sophistication, and careful editorial polish.
The design appears intended as a graceful, classical italic for text and display accents, prioritizing elegance, contrast, and a smooth reading rhythm. It aims to provide a polished, traditional voice that pairs naturally with more neutral roman text faces.
In the sample text, the italic slant and high contrast create a lively texture best suited to larger sizes where the hairlines remain distinct. Numerals and capitals share the same restrained elegance, with round forms staying open and smooth and angular letters remaining crisp without becoming harsh.