Serif Normal Favi 2 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, magazine titles, branding, elegant, dramatic, classic, literary, formal, display emphasis, classic elegance, editorial voice, luxury tone, calligraphic flair, bracketed, calligraphic, swashy, sculpted, high-waisted.
A high-contrast serif italic with sculpted, calligraphic modulation and pronounced thick–thin transitions. Serifs are bracketed and wedge-like, with sharp terminals and occasional teardrop/ball finishing on lowercase forms, giving the outlines a carved, lively feel. The capitals are broad and assertive with sweeping diagonals, while the lowercase shows a steady rhythm, a moderate x-height, and distinct entry/exit strokes that read as pen-informed rather than purely geometric. Numerals follow the same italic stress and contrast, with curving forms and sturdy vertical emphasis in the heavier strokes.
Best suited to display typography such as headlines, pull quotes, editorial titles, and book-cover or packaging moments where a classic serif italic is meant to feel luxurious and emphatic. It can also work for brand wordmarks or event collateral when you want an expressive, traditional voice with strong contrast and movement.
The overall tone is refined and theatrical: it suggests classic bookish sophistication with a touch of flourish. The energetic italic slant and glossy contrast add a sense of motion and prestige, making the voice feel formal, confident, and slightly romantic.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif foundation infused with calligraphic italic energy—pairing familiar proportions with dramatic contrast and stylish terminals to create an authoritative, high-end display presence.
In longer text the strong contrast and sharp joins create crisp texture at display sizes, while the swash-like terminals on select lowercase letters add personality without turning into a script. The wide, open counters and generous letterforms help keep the texture from feeling cramped despite the heavy stroke weight.