Serif Normal Hirev 2 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, pull quotes, headlines, branding, elegant, classic, literary, formal, readability, refinement, authority, contrast, pace, calligraphic, bracketed, tapered, crisp, slender.
The design is a right-leaning, high-contrast serif with slender hairlines and weight concentrated in dominant diagonals and stems. Serifs are sharp and bracketed, with tapered entry and exit strokes that keep the rhythm lively. Proportions are relatively compact, and the italic construction shows fluid joins, pronounced curves, and energetic terminals, producing a smooth, forward-moving texture in text.
Well suited to editorial typography such as magazine features, book interiors, pull quotes, and introductions where an italic voice is needed. It also works effectively for branding accents, invitations, and packaging copy that benefits from a polished, classic feel. Best used at moderate sizes and above, where the fine hairlines and sharp serifs can remain clear.
This italic serif conveys an elegant, literary tone with a poised, editorial confidence. The strong calligraphic slant and crisp contrast give it a refined, slightly dramatic voice that feels classic rather than trendy. Overall it reads as cultured and formal, with enough sparkle for display moments.
The letterforms appear drawn to combine traditional text-seriffed structure with an expressive italic cadence, aiming for refined emphasis without losing clarity. The strong contrast and crisp detailing suggest a focus on sophistication and hierarchy, suited to settings where typographic nuance matters.
The lowercase shows a lively italic flow with generous ascenders and descenders, creating a graceful line rhythm. Numerals follow the same contrast and slant, helping mixed text maintain consistency and hierarchy.