Serif Normal Lelam 2 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, classic, authoritative, literary, formal, traditional text, headline impact, print editorial, institutional tone, classic branding, bracketed, beaked, oldstyle, calligraphic, robust.
A robust text serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and bracketed serifs that often end in subtly beaked or flared terminals. The letterforms are wide and generously set, with rounded bowls and a steady vertical stance that keeps the texture stable at larger sizes. Curves show a slightly calligraphic tension, while joins and shoulders stay firm and weighty, giving the lowercase a dense, confident color. Figures are similarly sturdy and traditional, matching the capitals’ strong verticals and the typeface’s overall high-contrast rhythm.
This font suits editorial headlines, book covers, and display typography where a traditional serif voice and strong presence are desired. It can also work in branding for organizations seeking a classic, established character, and in posters or announcements that benefit from high-contrast, attention-holding text.
The tone is classic and authoritative, with a bookish, editorial presence that suggests established print typography. Its strong strokes and crisp serifs lend a formal, institutional feel, while the rounded shaping keeps it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, print-rooted serif with an emphatic, display-leaning weight and clear thick–thin contrast. Its wide proportions and robust serifs prioritize impact and tradition, aiming for readability with a distinctly formal, literary character.
In the sample text, the wide set and heavy serifs create a prominent headline texture; spacing and counters read cleanly, but the dense stroke weight makes it feel most natural when given comfortable leading and not overly tight tracking. The ampersand and punctuation follow the same traditional serif vocabulary, reinforcing a cohesive, conventional voice.