Serif Normal Idgef 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, academic, reports, classic, literary, formal, trustworthy, text setting, readability, tradition, editorial tone, neutrality, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, readable, measured.
This serif text face shows moderate proportions with a steady rhythm and compact, well-contained letterforms. Serifs are bracketed and smoothly joined, with gently tapered stroke endings rather than blunt terminals, giving the design a traditional, bookish texture. Curves are round and controlled, counters are open, and joins are clean, producing even color across lines of text. Uppercase forms feel stately and balanced, while the lowercase maintains straightforward construction with familiar, conventional shapes suited to continuous reading.
It is well suited to long-form reading environments such as books, magazines, academic material, and reports, where an even typographic color and familiar serif construction support comfort and clarity. It can also serve effectively for headings and pull quotes when a traditional, cultivated tone is desired.
The overall tone is classic and literary, with a calm, authoritative presence. It reads as formal without feeling ornate, projecting credibility and a sense of established tradition typical of editorial and book typography.
The design appears intended as a dependable, conventional serif for text setting, prioritizing readability and typographic neutrality while retaining enough traditional detail in the serifs and curves to feel refined in editorial contexts.
The font maintains consistent spacing and a composed baseline presence, which helps paragraphs look stable and organized. Figures are clear and traditionally styled, matching the text’s conservative, print-oriented character.