Serif Normal Telid 2 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book jackets, luxury branding, invitations, elegant, fashion, literary, classical, refined, editorial polish, classic elegance, display emphasis, formal tone, hairline serifs, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, diagonal stress, sharp terminals.
A high-contrast serif italic with a calligraphic, engraved feel. The design uses thin hairlines and crisp, bracketed serifs against fuller stems, producing a bright rhythm and pronounced diagonal stress. Italic construction is evident in the slanted axis, flowing entry/exit strokes, and tapered terminals; capitals remain poised and formal while the lowercase shows more movement, especially in the curved forms and the long, sweeping descenders. Spacing reads slightly open in text, helping the delicate hairlines stay clear at display sizes.
This face is well suited to editorial typography—magazine features, pull quotes, and book or journal titling—where contrast and elegance are assets. It also fits luxury-oriented branding and formal stationery when set at moderate to large sizes, where the fine hairlines and sharp serifs can be appreciated.
The overall tone is refined and editorial, suggesting luxury and tradition. Its dramatic contrast and elegant slant feel suited to cultured, high-end contexts rather than utilitarian everyday UI.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional, high-fashion italic voice with strong contrast and classic serif manners. It aims for sophistication and visual drama while maintaining an organized, readable rhythm in continuous text.
The numerals and capitals appear particularly sharp and stately, while the lowercase introduces a more handwritten cadence, creating a classic text-and-display pairing effect within a single style. Curves are smooth and controlled, with terminals that end cleanly rather than softly rounded, reinforcing a crisp, print-oriented personality.