Serif Other Puda 2 is a light, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book titles, children’s books, packaging, posters, branding, storybook, whimsical, handcrafted, old-world, friendly, add warmth, evoke tradition, feel handmade, stand out, flared serifs, soft terminals, calligraphic, lively rhythm, humanist.
A lightly weighted serif with a narrow overall fit and a distinctly hand-influenced, calligraphic construction. Strokes show gentle modulation and subtly irregular curvature, with flared, wedge-like serifs and soft, rounded terminals rather than sharp bracketed finishes. The lowercase has a lively, slightly bouncy rhythm with varied entry/exit strokes, while capitals keep a more classical silhouette but retain the same softened, organic details. Numerals follow the same relaxed, slightly idiosyncratic drawing, contributing to an informal, illustrative texture in text.
Well suited to display and short-to-medium text where a distinctive, friendly serif texture is desirable—such as book covers and chapter openers, editorial pull quotes, cultural posters, boutique packaging, and branding that aims for an artisanal or story-driven voice. It can also work for invitations or themed materials that benefit from a lightly decorative serif.
The face reads as warm and characterful, combining an old-world bookish flavor with a playful, handmade charm. Its softened serifs and slightly quirky shapes give it a friendly, approachable tone that feels more narrative than corporate.
The design appears intended to offer a readable serif with added personality, blending traditional proportions with hand-drawn, calligraphic cues. It prioritizes warmth and narrative character, providing a distinctive alternative to more rigid text serifs.
Curves tend to be generous and open, and the overall texture favors personality over strict geometric regularity. The italic-like feel comes through in the lowercase forms and terminals despite the generally upright stance, which enhances the decorative, crafted impression without becoming overly ornate.