Inline Siho 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, invitations, victorian, ornate, theatrical, classic, decorative, decorative impact, vintage flavor, engraved effect, display clarity, serif, inline detailing, outlined feel, engraved look, high contrast.
A high-contrast serif with sharp, tapered terminals and a carved inline running through the main strokes, creating a hollowed, engraved effect. Stems and curves show strong thick–thin modulation, with bracketed serifs and crisp joins that keep the forms structured despite the decorative interior line. Proportions are fairly classical with a moderate x-height; round letters are generous while some diagonals and joins feel intentionally narrower, adding a subtle, lively rhythm. The inline is consistently centered and follows curves and serifs closely, giving the letters a dimensional, display-forward presence.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, posters, and cover typography where the inline engraving can be appreciated. It also fits branding, packaging, and event materials that benefit from a classic, decorative serif with a crafted feel.
The font evokes vintage signage and engraved lettering, with a slightly theatrical, turn-of-the-century flavor. Its refined contrast reads as formal and classic, while the inline detail adds showmanship and a crafted, boutique tone.
The design appears aimed at delivering a traditional serif silhouette enhanced with an inline cut to suggest depth and engraving. It prioritizes visual character and period-style flair over neutral text economy, making it a statement face for prominent typographic moments.
At larger sizes the inline carving becomes a key part of the texture, producing a striped, chiseled look; at smaller sizes that interior detail may visually compete with the thin hairlines. Numerals and caps carry the same decorative treatment, making the set feel cohesive for titling and ornamental applications.