Serif Normal Laze 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, print design, academic, invitations, classic, literary, formal, refined, authoritative, text readability, classic tone, editorial utility, print tradition, bracketed, transitional, sharp, crisp, bookish.
A crisp, high-contrast serif with bracketed serifs and a slightly calligraphic stress that gives strokes a lively, sculpted feel. Capitals are stately and open, with elegant curves and tapered terminals, while the lowercase shows traditional proportions and clear, well-formed counters. Serifs are relatively fine and pointed, with neatly finished joins and a consistent rhythm across text, producing a clean vertical texture without looking rigid.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, journals, and editorial layouts where a traditional serif voice is desired. It also works effectively for formal print applications such as programs, certificates, and invitations, and for headings where a refined, authoritative tone is helpful.
The overall tone is classical and bookish, projecting a sense of tradition and credibility. Its sharp serifs and pronounced contrast add refinement, making it feel editorial and slightly ceremonial rather than casual.
Likely intended as a conventional text serif that balances elegance with readability, using strong contrast and classic proportions to evoke established print typography. The consistent serif treatment and measured rhythm suggest a design aimed at dependable editorial performance with a polished, traditional character.
Numerals are oldstyle-influenced in feel, with varied silhouettes and distinctive curves that harmonize with the text forms. The design maintains clarity at display sizes, and the punctuation and diacritics in the sample show a restrained, conventional voice suited to continuous reading.