Serif Other Meze 2 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, branding, packaging, fashion, dramatic, refined, theatrical, visual impact, luxury tone, brand distinctiveness, editorial presence, display, high-fashion, sculptural, crisp, swashy.
This serif design pairs very sharp thick–thin modulation with broad proportions and compact, pointed serifs. Terminals frequently finish in ball-like teardrops and hook forms, giving many letters a swashy, sculpted silhouette rather than a purely classical one. Curves are clean and tense, counters are generous, and joins are crisp, producing a strong black-and-white rhythm at display sizes. The overall construction feels deliberate and ornamental, with distinctive uppercase forms and lively lowercase details (notably in letters with descenders and diagonals).
Best suited to headlines, deck copy, pull quotes, and logotypes where its contrast and ornamental terminals can read clearly. It fits fashion and lifestyle editorial, boutique branding, beauty and fragrance packaging, and event/arts promotion where a refined but attention-grabbing serif is desired.
The tone is elegant and dramatic, with a couture/editorial polish and a hint of baroque flair. Its striking contrast and decorative terminals create a sense of luxury and performance—confident, attention-seeking, and slightly whimsical rather than strictly formal.
The design appears intended as a contemporary display serif that amplifies classic Didone-like contrast with more decorative, ball-terminal flourishes to create a distinctive, brand-forward voice. It aims to deliver luxury cues and strong shelf/scroll impact while staying structurally upright and readable in short bursts.
In text settings the strong contrast and dark, sculptural masses create a pronounced rhythm, with some letters showing notably expressive terminals that add personality but also increase visual noise at smaller sizes. Numerals follow the same high-contrast, stylized approach, reading as display figures meant to match headlines rather than blend into body copy.