Serif Other Ipfa 2 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, classic, literary, formal, dramatic, expressive serif, vintage tone, display clarity, editorial texture, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, calligraphic, oldstyle, crisp.
This serif face features pronounced stroke-contrast with hairline joins and sturdy verticals, giving it a crisp, engraved look. Serifs are clearly bracketed and often taper into sharp points, while several glyphs incorporate ball terminals and small hooked finishes (notably in curves and descenders). The proportions feel compact and somewhat condensed, with energetic curves, tight apertures, and a slightly calligraphic modulation that reads more “oldstyle-inspired” than purely transitional. Figures follow the same contrasty logic, with curved forms and wedge-like terminals that keep the texture lively in text.
Best suited to display and short-to-medium editorial settings such as headlines, pull quotes, book or magazine covers, and poster typography where the contrast and terminals can be appreciated. It can also work for refined branding and packaging, particularly when paired with a quieter text companion for longer reading.
Overall, the font conveys a classic, bookish tone with a touch of theatrical flair. The high-contrast rhythm and ornamental terminals add drama and a slightly vintage, storybook character, while still remaining composed enough for formal settings.
The design appears intended to reinterpret classic serif conventions with extra contrast and expressive terminal details, creating a memorable, literary display voice that still feels rooted in traditional print typography.
The italic-like energy shows up in the curved strokes and terminals even though the letters remain upright, producing a distinctive texture at larger sizes. Rounded punctuation and the pronounced ball terminals contribute to a decorative edge that can become a defining brand cue when used sparingly.