Serif Other Hyse 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, packaging, invitations, whimsical, storybook, vintage, ornate, playful, display emphasis, period charm, ornamental character, playful elegance, curly terminals, ball terminals, flared serifs, swashy caps, calligraphic.
A decorative serif with crisp, high-contrast strokes and sharply tapered, flared serifs. Many glyphs feature curled or looped terminals—especially in the capitals—adding small inline swashes and spiral-like counters that break the otherwise classical roman skeleton. Curves are round and slightly elastic, while straight stems stay firm and vertical, creating a lively rhythm. Numerals and lowercase maintain the same contrast and terminal treatment, producing an overall texture that is formal in structure but embellished in detail.
Best suited for headlines and short-form display typography where the embellished capitals and curled terminals can be appreciated. It works well for book covers, posters, boutique packaging, event collateral, and invitations that want a vintage or whimsical serif voice. For long text, it will be most effective in larger sizes due to the fine contrast and ornamental details.
The tone feels theatrical and storybook-like, mixing antique letterpress formality with playful, ornamental flourishes. The curled terminals and swashy capitals read as charming and slightly mischievous, lending a magical or Victorian novelty flavor without becoming fully script-like.
The design appears intended to offer a classic serif foundation infused with distinctive ornamental terminals, giving designers an expressive option for titles that need character and period charm. It aims to stand out through swashy cap forms while keeping the underlying letter structures familiar and readable in display settings.
Capitals are the main carriers of ornament, with several letters showing prominent curls and interior loops that can become focal points in words. The overall spacing and color appear suited to display sizes, where the fine hairlines and decorative terminals remain clear and intentional.