Serif Normal Mibel 2 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, magazine, branding, literary, formal, classic, authoritative, editorial prestige, classical clarity, display refinement, literary tone, bracketed, crisp, sculpted, calligraphic, stately.
A high-contrast serif with crisp, tapered hairlines and fuller verticals, showing a distinctly sculpted, slightly calligraphic modulation. Serifs are bracketed and sharp-edged, often forming small wedge-like terminals that give the outlines a chiseled feel. Proportions lean broad with generous counters and a steady, upright rhythm; capitals read monumental while lowercase maintains a traditional text structure with a moderate x-height. Curves are taut and clean, with refined joins and noticeable contrast in round letters and numerals, creating a polished, print-oriented texture at display sizes.
This face is well-suited to headlines, subheads, and editorial typography where contrast and crisp detailing can be appreciated. It should also perform well for book covers, magazine layouts, and brand systems that want a traditional serif voice with a refined, contemporary edge.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, combining a bookish seriousness with a fashionable, high-end sheen. Its sharp terminals and dramatic contrast lend a formal, confident voice suited to premium storytelling and institutional messaging rather than casual utility.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif elevated with sharper, more dramatic finishing—balancing familiar proportions with a more sculptural contrast and terminal treatment. The goal seems to be strong readability in composed text while delivering an unmistakably premium, editorial presence in display settings.
The numerals and capitals share the same engraved-like contrast and sharp finishing, helping headings and pull quotes feel cohesive. In the sample text, the strong contrast produces a lively horizontal sparkle, while the wide set and open counters keep larger paragraphs from feeling cramped.