Serif Normal Ikleh 2 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book titling, packaging, branding, elegant, classic, formal, refined, editorial tone, premium feel, classical clarity, headline impact, refined text, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, bracketed serifs, didone-like, vertical stress.
This serif shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with hairline serifs and crisp, tapered terminals. The proportions read as fairly classical, with a compact lowercase and a comparatively tall, stately uppercase. Round letters show a mainly vertical stress and tight hairline joins, while stems carry a confident, darker core weight. Serifs are fine and slightly bracketed, creating a polished, high-contrast rhythm that feels best at display-to-text crossover sizes where the details can remain clear.
Well-suited to magazine layouts, book and journal typography, and other editorial contexts where a refined serif texture is desirable. It should perform especially well for headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and sophisticated brand applications such as cosmetics, fashion, and premium packaging. For longer passages, it benefits from comfortable sizes and print or high-quality screen rendering to preserve the hairline details.
The overall tone is poised and literary, leaning toward luxury and formality without becoming decorative. Its sharp contrasts and fine finishing details suggest an editorial voice—measured, articulate, and high-end. The texture feels calm and controlled, with a subtly dramatic sparkle from the hairlines.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on a classic high-contrast serif, balancing traditional letterforms with a clean, polished finish. Its goal seems to be an elevated reading and display experience—authoritative in text, and crisp and luxurious in larger sizes.
The lowercase includes a two-storey “g” and a single-storey “a,” contributing to a traditional, bookish impression. Numerals appear lining with similarly high-contrast construction, matching the uppercase’s formality. Spacing and rhythm look even in continuous text, while the thinnest strokes may require adequate size and rendering conditions to avoid breaking up.