Serif Other Suli 2 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Copperplate Gothic' by Bitstream, 'Copperplate EF' by Elsner+Flake, 'Copperplate SB' and 'Copperplate SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Copperplate Gothic' by Tilde, and 'Copperplate' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book titles, magazine headlines, branding, posters, classic, literary, formal, authoritative, readability, traditional tone, editorial voice, subtle character, bracketed serifs, oldstyle influence, calligraphic stress, open counters, soft terminals.
This typeface is a serif with bracketed, slightly flared serifs and gently modulated strokes that read as low-contrast but not monolinear. Uppercase forms are broad and steady, with open bowls and smooth curves; the round letters (C, G, O, Q) feel spacious and controlled. Lowercase shows an oldstyle flavor through a two-storey “a,” a single-storey “g” with a pronounced ear, and softly curved entry/exit strokes that give the rhythm a subtly calligraphic feel. Numerals are proportioned to sit comfortably with the capitals, with rounded figures and modest, conventional detailing.
It suits editorial and publishing contexts where a classic serif voice is desirable, especially for book and magazine headlines, pull quotes, and section titles. The strong, open letterforms also make it a good candidate for brand marks and poster-style display typography where a traditional but approachable tone is needed.
Overall, the font projects a traditional, bookish tone with a measured elegance. The serif treatment and calm proportions feel trustworthy and established, while the slightly lively lowercase details add warmth rather than strict austerity.
The design appears intended to deliver a familiar serif foundation with slightly decorative, oldstyle-leaning details that add character without sacrificing clarity. It aims for a dependable headline/text companion look—traditional, readable, and visually confident.
In the sample text, the wide set and open counters keep large sizes readable and airy, while the heavier joins and serifs create a strong silhouette in headlines. Diacritic-free sample content suggests a straightforward, contemporary text workflow, and the punctuation (colon, apostrophe) appears sturdy and clear at display sizes.