Serif Normal Ihmip 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academic, reports, classic, literary, formal, scholarly, text reading, classic tone, editorial clarity, institutional use, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, balanced, readable.
A traditional serif with moderate contrast and gently bracketed serifs. Strokes show subtle calligraphic influence with softly tapered terminals and a calm, even rhythm across text. Proportions feel balanced rather than condensed, with a slightly organic, bookish texture created by the interplay of curved bowls and sturdy verticals. Lowercase forms are conventional and readable, with a two-storey “g” and “a”, open counters, and well-contained joins that keep paragraphs smooth at typical reading sizes.
Well-suited to body copy in books, long-form articles, and editorial layouts where steady readability and a familiar serif voice are desired. It also fits academic or institutional documents, reports, and captions that benefit from a conventional, trustworthy tone.
The overall tone is classic and literary, leaning toward a quiet formality associated with books, essays, and established editorial typography. It feels dependable and traditional rather than trendy, with an academic, reference-friendly personality.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose text serif that prioritizes clarity and conventional structure, delivering a classic reading experience with just enough contrast and shaping to feel refined in print-like settings.
Numerals and capitals carry a restrained, dignified presence, and the design maintains consistent serif treatment across straight and curved strokes. In running text, spacing and color appear even, supporting comfortable long-form reading and stable line flow.