Serif Other Hami 2 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazine, packaging, branding, literary, classic, quirky, storybook, expressive classic, text personality, vintage tone, editorial presence, bracketed, ball terminals, wedge serifs, calligraphic, oldstyle.
This typeface is a high-contrast serif with narrow proportions and a lively, slightly irregular rhythm. Strokes show clear thick–thin modulation, with tapered joins and bracketed, wedge-like serifs that often finish in small teardrop or ball terminals. The curves are generously rounded while horizontals stay crisp, producing a dark, steady color in text despite the contrast. Counters are moderately open, and the overall build feels more calligraphic than strictly geometric, with subtle idiosyncrasies that read as intentionally expressive rather than mechanical.
It works well for editorial typography, magazine features, and book interiors where a classic serif is desired but with added character. It can also support branding, packaging, and display applications that benefit from a literary, vintage-leaning voice while staying readable in longer passages.
The tone blends traditional bookish authority with a hint of eccentricity. It feels vintage and literary—suited to storytelling and editorial voice—while the distinctive terminals and animated serif shapes add a playful, characterful edge.
The design appears intended to deliver an oldstyle-inspired reading experience with elevated contrast and distinctive terminal flourishes. It aims to balance familiarity and refinement with decorative nuance, creating a serif that stands out in both headlines and continuous text without becoming overly ornate.
In the sample text, the font maintains legibility at paragraph sizes but retains noticeable personality in details like the hooked or flared endings and the distinctive, slightly springy curves. Numerals match the text’s contrast and serif treatment, helping mixed alphanumeric settings feel cohesive.