Serif Flared Idme 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book design, magazines, pull quotes, brand voice, literary, refined, classic, warm, readable italic, editorial tone, classic emphasis, crafted warmth, calligraphic, flared, oldstyle, bracketed, slanted.
An italic serif with gently flared stroke endings and small, bracketed serifs that soften transitions. Curves are broad and open, with a steady, low-contrast modulation and a smooth, calligraphic rhythm. The slant is moderate and consistent, with rounded joins and tapered terminals that keep counters clear. Numerals follow the same flowing construction, with understated terminals and a cohesive, bookish texture in text settings.
Well-suited to editorial typography where an italic needs presence without becoming decorative—book interiors, magazine features, essays, and long-form reading. It also works effectively for pull quotes, captions, and brand messaging that benefits from a classic, refined emphasis.
The overall tone is literary and cultured, suggesting tradition without feeling rigid. Its italic voice reads as expressive and humane, adding warmth and motion while staying controlled and legible. The flared details give it a subtly crafted, hand-informed character suitable for nuanced, elegant typography.
The design appears intended to provide a traditional italic with a contemporary smoothness: readable, rhythmically consistent, and subtly expressive. The flared serif behavior and restrained contrast suggest a focus on comfortable text color and a polished, literary emphasis for editorial use.
Letterforms maintain generous spacing and open apertures in running text, producing an even, calm color. Descenders are noticeable but not extreme, and the italic construction favors smooth arcs and gentle entry/exit strokes over sharp points, which helps preserve readability at display and text sizes.