Serif Normal Nafa 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Silvana' by Blaze Type and 'Keiss Text' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, fashion, packaging, luxury, classic, dramatic, refined, elegance, prestige, display focus, editorial hierarchy, classic revival, didone-like, hairline, bracketed, vertical stress, crisp.
This serif shows strong vertical stress with pronounced thick–thin modulation: sturdy main stems paired with hairline joins, crossbars, and serifs. Serifs are sharp and finely tapered, generally bracketed into the stems, giving the outlines a crisp, engraved feel. Capitals are tall and stately with generous curves and tight, controlled apertures, while the lowercase keeps a moderate x-height and relatively compact counters. Details like the high contrast in the bowls and the delicate terminals create a lively rhythm, and the figures follow the same high-contrast, display-oriented construction with elegant curves and thin connecting strokes.
Best suited to display typography: magazine headlines, editorial spreads, fashion and beauty branding, premium packaging, and high-contrast title work. It can also work for short pull quotes or section headers where its refined modulation remains clear, especially with comfortable tracking and ample line spacing.
The overall tone is polished and high-end, leaning toward fashion and editorial elegance rather than utilitarian text neutrality. Its dramatic contrast and needle-fine details convey sophistication and a sense of ceremony, with an unmistakably classic, print-minded flavor.
The letterforms appear intended to deliver a contemporary take on classical high-contrast serif tradition, prioritizing elegance, sparkle, and typographic drama. The consistent vertical stress and fine finishing suggest a design built to signal prestige and create strong hierarchy in page layouts.
At larger sizes the hairlines read as precise and luxurious, while in denser settings the thin strokes and tight interior spaces can become more visually delicate. The design’s emphasis on verticality and crisp finishing makes it especially impactful in headings where its contrast can fully register.