Serif Normal Egpi 2 is a light, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literary, invitations, classic, elegant, formal, refined, text italic, classic pairing, readability, editorial tone, oldstyle, calligraphic, bracketed, tapered, flowing.
This is a serif italic with an oldstyle feel, combining gently modulated strokes with bracketed, tapered serifs. The italic angle is consistent and the letterforms show calligraphic construction—curved entry and exit strokes, soft joins, and a smooth, continuous rhythm across words. Counters are open and round, terminals are slightly teardrop-like in places, and capitals are restrained rather than ornamental, keeping a balanced, text-oriented texture. Numerals follow the same slanted, serifed logic and integrate cleanly with the lowercase.
It suits long-form editorial typography where an italic voice is needed—book and magazine text, introductions, captions, and pull quotes. It also works well for refined branding, event materials, and invitations where a classic serif italic can convey formality without looking rigid.
The overall tone is cultured and traditional, projecting a quiet elegance associated with books, essays, and formal correspondence. Its flowing italic manners add warmth and a human touch while remaining composed and authoritative rather than playful.
The design appears intended as a conventional, text-first serif italic that prioritizes smooth reading rhythm and traditional typographic manners. It aims to provide a graceful emphasis style that feels at home alongside classic roman book faces, while remaining polished enough for display lines when set larger.
Spacing appears even and readable in running text, with a steady horizontal flow created by the italic slant and repeating curved strokes. The design favors clarity over sharpness: edges are softened by bracketing and subtle tapering, which helps maintain a comfortable, continuous reading color.