Serif Normal Ekbum 2 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, literary, invitations, classic, elegant, scholarly, formal, text reading, editorial tone, classic elegance, italic emphasis, bracketed, calligraphic, flared, lively, oldstyle.
A slanted serif with lively, calligraphic construction and bracketed, flaring serifs. Strokes show a gentle modulation with rounded joins and tapered terminals, producing a soft, ink-on-paper feel rather than a rigid, mechanical rhythm. Proportions are slightly variable from letter to letter, with open counters and a flowing italic cadence; capitals remain relatively upright in presence while still harmonizing with the overall slant. Numerals follow the same editorial tone, with rounded forms and subtle entry/exit strokes that keep the texture consistent in running text.
Well suited to long-form reading contexts such as books, journals, and magazine features where an italic serif texture is desirable. It can also serve effectively for pull quotes, intros, and formal announcements where a polished, traditional voice is needed.
The font reads as traditional and cultured, with an editorial warmth that suggests books, essays, and refined correspondence. Its italic energy adds expressiveness without becoming decorative, giving text a poised, humanist character.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with an italic-forward personality, balancing familiar book typography conventions with a more handwritten, flowing rhythm. Its goal seems to be comfortable readability paired with a refined, expressive tone.
In the sample text, the face maintains an even, readable gray while still showing distinctive italic cues in letters like a, e, f, and g. The combination of sturdy serifs and softened stroke endings helps it hold up in paragraph settings while retaining a graceful, slightly vintage flavor.