Inline Mime 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Grabag' by Differentialtype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, editorial, vintage, showcard, theatrical, playful, dramatic, attention grabbing, retro display, engraved look, expressive italic, headline impact, swashy, chiseled, curly terminals, high-lean, tight counters.
A slanted serif display face with heavy, carved-looking strokes and a consistent inner inline that reads like a highlight cut through the black. The letterforms are compact and energetic, with pronounced wedge-like serifs, curled terminals, and sculpted joins that create a lively, slightly calligraphic rhythm despite the overall solidity. Counters are relatively tight in many glyphs, and the inline follows the main stroke flow with smooth continuity, giving the forms a dimensional, engraved feel. Figures and caps share the same emphatic, decorative construction, producing an assertive texture in both isolated glyphs and running text.
Best suited for posters, headlines, title treatments, and branding moments where a decorative italic voice is needed. It can work well on packaging, labels, and editorial openers, especially when set at display sizes so the inline carving reads clearly and the dense stroke texture doesn’t overwhelm.
The overall tone is dramatic and nostalgic, evoking classic poster lettering and old-school headline typography. The carved inline and swashy details add theatrical flair, making the font feel confident, attention-seeking, and a bit playful rather than strictly formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, eye-catching display style that combines classic serif theatrics with an engraved, highlighted interior line for extra depth and sparkle. Its construction prioritizes personality and impact over neutrality, aiming to stand out in short-form typography.
In longer samples the dark color and internal inline create a busy sparkle that favors larger sizes, where the carved detail remains crisp and the distinctive terminals can be appreciated. The strong slant and animated serif shapes give words a forward motion that reads well in punchy phrases and short lines.