Serif Normal Etmid 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: magazine, headlines, book covers, luxury branding, invitations, editorial, fashion, elegant, dramatic, literary, elegance, emphasis, refinement, impact, editorial voice, didone-like, hairline serifs, brisk rhythm, crisp terminals, calligraphic stress.
A high-contrast italic serif with razor-thin hairlines, strong vertical stems, and sharp, finely tapered serifs. The forms show a pronounced rightward slant and a lively, calligraphic modulation, with thin entry/exit strokes and crisp, knife-like terminals. Proportions feel refined and slightly compact in the lowercase, while capitals read tall and poised; bowls and curves are smooth and controlled, and spacing supports a continuous, forward-moving rhythm in text.
Well suited to editorial headlines, pull quotes, and cover typography where a refined italic voice is desired. It can also serve luxury-oriented branding, packaging accents, and formal invitations, and works effectively in short passages or emphasis within longer text when set at comfortable sizes.
The overall tone is polished and luxe, with a dramatic, high-fashion sensibility. Its crisp contrast and sweeping italic motion convey sophistication and urgency, suggesting premium editorial settings rather than casual or utilitarian use.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic, high-contrast italic with an upscale, contemporary editorial flavor. Its emphasis on hairline finesse, sharp serifs, and energetic slant suggests a focus on elegance and visual impact in display and emphasis roles.
Numerals and capitals maintain the same sharp contrast and italic energy, giving a cohesive, display-friendly sparkle. At smaller sizes the hairlines may visually recede, so the design reads best when allowed enough size and reproduction quality for the fine details to hold.