Calligraphic Lafi 2 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book covers, invitations, poetry, branding, refined, literary, classical, graceful, formal, elegance, formality, classic feel, editorial voice, serifed, tapered, calligraphic, delicate, bracketed.
A refined serif with pronounced stroke modulation and tapered, calligraphy-like terminals. The letterforms show narrow joins, crisp hairlines, and fuller verticals, creating a rhythmic thick–thin pattern across text. Serifs are sharp and lightly bracketed, with occasional wedge-like finishes that lend a subtly hand-drawn flavor. Proportions feel elegant and slightly condensed in places, with compact lowercase and lively, varied curves in letters like a, g, and y; numerals follow the same high-contrast logic with slender spines and delicate curves.
Works well for editorial headlines, book and magazine typography, and other situations that benefit from an elegant, high-contrast voice. It also suits formal stationery such as invitations and certificates, and can bring a classic, premium tone to branding when used at display sizes.
The overall tone is poised and cultivated, evoking classical book typography with a gentle, penned elegance. It reads as formal and literary rather than casual, with a quiet sophistication that suits premium, editorial settings.
Likely designed to capture the look of formal, calligraphically influenced serif lettering—prioritizing grace, contrast, and a traditional reading rhythm for expressive display and refined text settings.
Round letters maintain open counters and smooth curvature, while diagonals and arms terminate in fine points that add sparkle at larger sizes. The uppercase set appears especially stately and spacious, pairing well with the more compact lowercase for a traditional text hierarchy.