Calligraphic Demup 2 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, book covers, branding, whimsical, storybook, folkloric, friendly, vintage, handmade feel, decorative display, vintage charm, expressive titling, flared, brushed, calligraphic, rounded, soft terminals.
A compact, brush-like calligraphic serif with pronounced flaring and teardrop terminals. Strokes have a gently modulated thickness and a slightly uneven, hand-drawn rhythm, with rounded joins and subtle swelling on curves. The letterforms are tall and relatively condensed, with strong, sculpted verticals and inward-curving entry/exit strokes that create a lively texture in words. Numerals and capitals share the same tapered, inked treatment, maintaining a consistent, decorative silhouette across the set.
Best suited to short-to-medium display text where its lively terminals and hand-rendered texture can read as intentional detail—headlines, posters, menus, packaging, labels, and brand marks. It can also work for pull quotes or chapter titles, especially in themes that benefit from a vintage or storybook feel.
The overall tone feels warm and expressive, like hand-lettered titling from classic packaging or storybook display type. Its soft curves and playful terminals add charm and personality without becoming overly ornate, giving it a nostalgic, craft-forward voice.
The design appears intended to bring a hand-lettered, calligraphic personality to display typography—combining sturdy, condensed proportions with brushy modulation and decorative flares for strong visual presence and a personable, crafted finish.
Counters are generally open and round, helping the dense silhouettes stay readable at display sizes, while the distinctive flares and curled strokes add recognizable character. The texture is intentionally organic, suggesting brush or pen pressure rather than rigid geometric construction.