Inline Valy 2 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A decorative serif design with sharp, triangular serifs and a crisp inline detail that runs through the strokes, producing a carved, engraved look. The letterforms are built on strong vertical stress with pronounced thick–thin modulation and clean, smooth curves. Capitals are stately and somewhat expansive, while lowercase maintains a readable, traditional structure with compact joins and rounded terminals. Numerals and punctuation match the same inline treatment and high-contrast rhythm, giving the set a cohesive, display-driven texture.
Best suited for display settings such as headlines, poster titles, event branding, and storefront-style signage where the inline engraving can be appreciated. It can also work well on premium packaging and label design, or as a logo/wordmark font when set with generous spacing and sufficient size.
The overall tone feels classic and ceremonious, with a hint of stage-poster drama. The inline cut lends a crafted, vintage print-shop character that reads as premium and attention-seeking rather than utilitarian.
The design appears intended to reinterpret classic serif forms with an engraved inline accent, prioritizing impact and ornamentation for display typography while keeping familiar, readable letter skeletons.
The inline detailing creates bright internal highlights that become a key visual feature at larger sizes. In longer text, the strong contrast and decorative interior line can create a lively, slightly busy pattern, especially where curves and counters cluster.