Serif Flared Ipkoh 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book design, magazines, headlines, invitations, elegant, literary, classical, dramatic, refined, classic italic, editorial tone, expressive refinement, formal voice, calligraphic influence, calligraphic, bracketed serifs, tapered terminals, lively rhythm, sharp joins.
A high-contrast serif italic with a pronounced rightward slant and a lively, calligraphy-informed stroke flow. Thick verticals and hairline joins create crisp, bright counters, while stems subtly swell toward bracketed, flared serif endings and tapered terminals. Proportions feel traditional with moderate ascenders and descenders, and the overall spacing reads open enough for display sizes while retaining a dense, editorial color in text. Curves are clean and controlled, with energetic entry/exit strokes and sharp internal joins that emphasize the italic rhythm.
It suits editorial typography such as magazine features, book interiors, and literary branding where an italic voice is desired without sacrificing structure. The strong contrast and animated serifs also make it effective for headlines, pull quotes, and formal invitations or programs.
The font conveys a polished, classical tone—confident and slightly dramatic—evoking bookish sophistication and formal craft. Its italic movement adds warmth and motion, balancing refinement with expressive flair.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif italic with elevated contrast and flared, bracketed finishing, aiming for an elegant reading voice and a distinctive, expressive typographic color in display and editorial settings.
The design shows a consistent diagonal stress and a clear contrast hierarchy, giving characters a crisp silhouette and a distinctly editorial texture. Numerals and capitals maintain the same calligraphic logic, supporting cohesive titling and mixed-case composition.