Serif Normal Lelem 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Fulmar' by CAST (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazine, headlines, invitations, formal, classic, literary, stately, readability, refinement, tradition, authority, elegance, bracketed, tapered, crisp, calligraphic, high-contrast.
This serif typeface shows strong stroke contrast with hairline-thin joins and heavier vertical stems, producing a crisp, refined texture. Serifs are bracketed and slightly flared, with sharp terminals on diagonals and a generally smooth, calligraphic modulation. Capitals feel stately and evenly proportioned, while the lowercase maintains a steady rhythm and a moderate x-height; bowls are compact and counters are cleanly cut. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with pronounced thick–thin transitions and elegantly tapered terminals.
It suits editorial design such as magazines, book interiors, and long-form reading where a classic serif voice is desired. The strong contrast and crisp finishing also work well for display roles—headlines, section openers, and formal printed materials like invitations or programs—especially at moderate to larger sizes where fine details can be appreciated.
Overall, the font conveys a traditional, bookish seriousness with a polished, editorial tone. The sharp hairlines and sculpted serifs add a sense of sophistication and authority, leaning more formal than casual.
The design appears intended to provide a conventional, high-contrast serif with a refined, print-oriented character—balancing dignified capitals with a readable, steady lowercase for editorial typography.
In the sample text, the high contrast is especially noticeable in large sizes, where hairlines and brackets read as delicate detailing and the letterforms feel finely engraved. The uppercase forms project presence, making the typeface comfortable for prominent titling while retaining a composed text color in mixed-case settings.