Serif Normal Kogaf 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, literary titles, academic text, classic, formal, literary, refined, authoritative, text focus, editorial tone, classic refinement, hierarchy support, bracketed, crisp, sharp, traditional, bookish.
This typeface presents a traditional serif construction with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, bracketed serifs. Capitals are stately and slightly narrow in feel, with smooth curves and clean joins; the bowls and counters are well defined, lending a clear, print-oriented rhythm. Lowercase forms are compact with a steady x-height, and the overall spacing reads even and controlled, supporting continuous text while retaining a distinctly calligraphic contrast. Numerals match the text color closely, with strong vertical stress and clear differentiation across figures.
It works well for book and long-form editorial typography where a classic serif voice is desired, especially in literary, academic, or cultural contexts. The font also suits headlines, pull quotes, and section titling where its contrast and sharp serifs can add polish and hierarchy without becoming decorative.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, evoking traditional book typography and institutional print. Its high-contrast strokes and sharp serifs convey formality and authority, while the measured proportions keep it composed rather than ornamental.
The design appears intended as a conventional, print-friendly serif with a refined high-contrast finish, balancing readability with a distinctly classic, authoritative presence. It prioritizes a familiar text-serif structure while adding crispness and elegance through strong modulation and disciplined serif forms.
The design shows a consistent vertical stress and a slightly sculpted, chiseled edge quality in terminals and serifs, giving text a crisp silhouette at larger sizes. In paragraph setting, the contrast adds elegance but also makes the texture more lively than low-contrast oldstyle faces.