Serif Normal Vaba 2 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, magazines, headlines, pull quotes, invitations, classic, literary, elegant, formal, editorial, text reading, editorial polish, classic authority, formal tone, print tradition, bracketed, hairline, crisp, refined, calligraphic.
This serif typeface shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with fine hairlines and sharply tapered terminals. Serifs are small and bracketed, giving joins a smooth, carved feel rather than a blunt slab look. Proportions are moderately narrow with compact counters and a steady, vertical rhythm; curves are clean and controlled, and diagonals (as in V/W/Y) feel crisp and slightly calligraphic. The lowercase maintains a traditional, text-oriented construction with a two-storey a and g, delicate linking strokes, and slender ascenders and descenders.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books and literary publications, and it also performs confidently for magazine typography and editorial headlines. The refined contrast makes it a strong choice for pull quotes, titling, and formal collateral where a traditional, polished voice is desired.
Overall, the face conveys a classical, cultivated tone associated with literature and editorial typography. The high-contrast strokes and fine detailing read as elegant and formal, with a subtle nod to traditional printing and book design.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast text serif that prioritizes classical proportions, crisp detail, and an elegant page texture. Its restrained construction and refined serifs suggest a focus on editorial and book typography rather than overtly decorative display styling.
At text sizes the thin strokes and small details add sparkle but can appear delicate, while at display sizes the sharp serifs and contrast become a defining feature. Figures are proportional and serifed, matching the text style and reinforcing a consistent, traditional color on the page.