Calligraphic Bana 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, book covers, branding, folksy, storybook, vintage, friendly, rustic, handcrafted feel, vintage tone, display impact, warm readability, heritage branding, bracketed serifs, soft corners, ink-like, chubby, organic.
A heavy, ink-like serif with compact proportions and softened, slightly irregular contours. Strokes show gentle modulation and tapered terminals, with subtly bracketed serifs that feel more drawn than engineered. Curves are full and rounded, counters are moderately open, and the overall rhythm is lively with small, intentional inconsistencies that keep the texture warm rather than strictly geometric.
Best suited to display roles where its chunky texture and hand-rendered serif details can be appreciated—headlines, short passages, pull quotes, signage, and title treatments. It can work for packaging and branding that aims for a heritage or artisanal feel, and for editorial covers where a warm, traditional tone is desired.
The face reads as approachable and nostalgic, with a handcrafted, old-time print flavor that suggests posters, labels, and classic storybook settings. Its rounded heft and soft terminals give it a cheerful, inviting voice while the serif detailing adds a touch of formality and tradition.
Likely designed to blend calligraphic, hand-drawn warmth with classic serif cues, creating a robust display face that feels crafted and vintage without becoming ornate. The goal appears to be strong impact at larger sizes with a friendly, human texture.
Uppercase forms lean sturdy and blocky with calm, readable silhouettes, while lowercase shows more personality in rounded joins and terminals. Numerals match the same soft, weighty construction, keeping a consistent color across mixed text.