Serif Contrasted Egpo 2 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book covers, invitations, packaging, display text, classic, decorative, bookish, whimsical, vintage, add warmth, evoke tradition, increase charm, distinct display, flared serifs, calligraphic, looped terminals, soft curves, oldstyle figures.
This serif design shows gently modulated strokes with a noticeable contrast between main stems and finer hairlines, paired with flared, slightly cupped serifs that feel more drawn than machined. Curves are soft and rounded, with occasional looped or curled terminals that add ornament without becoming overly elaborate. Proportions are generous and open in the capitals, while the lowercase sits relatively low with tall ascenders and distinct, characterful joins. Numerals appear oldstyle in spirit, with varying heights and flowing shapes that match the letterforms’ calligraphic rhythm.
It suits editorial headlines, pull quotes, and book-cover titling where a classic serif with added personality is desired. It can also work well for invitations, boutique packaging, and cultural or heritage-themed branding, especially at medium to larger sizes where the fine details remain clear.
The overall tone is literary and slightly whimsical—evoking classic printed matter with a hand-touched, storybook quality. Its subtle quirks and curled details give it a decorative charm that feels vintage rather than formal.
The likely intention is to offer a traditional serif foundation with tasteful, calligraphic ornamentation—balancing readability with distinctive, period-leaning character for expressive typography.
The design maintains a consistent pen-like logic across the alphabet, with lively entry/exit strokes and a gently animated baseline feel in the lowercase and figures. Several glyphs (notably in the lowercase) emphasize personality through curved feet and hooked terminals, which become more apparent in text settings.