Serif Normal Esto 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, headlines, fashion, invitations, branding, elegant, refined, dramatic, elegance, luxury, display impact, cursive motion, refinement, didone-like, hairline, calligraphic, crisp, high-waisted.
A high-contrast italic serif with razor-thin hairlines and firm, tapered thick strokes. The design shows a strong rightward slant, sharp wedge-like serifs, and clean, pointed terminals that create a crisp, polished rhythm. Capitals feel stately and slightly narrow with controlled modulation, while the lowercase is more lively, featuring looping italic forms (notably in g, y, and z) and compact joins that emphasize calligraphic movement. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, with slender connections and pronounced curves that read best at moderate to large sizes.
Well-suited to magazine typography, fashion and beauty branding, and refined headline or deck usage where contrast and elegance are assets. It can also work for formal invitations and display settings, especially when set with generous spacing and at sizes that protect the fine hairlines.
The overall tone is sophisticated and theatrical, combining luxury cues with a brisk, energetic italic flow. It feels poised and upscale rather than casual, with a dramatic sparkle from the hairlines and sharp finishing details.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver a contemporary, high-fashion interpretation of classic high-contrast serif italics—prioritizing elegance, sparkle, and expressive cursive motion for display-forward typography.
The high contrast and delicate hairlines make the texture appear airy on white space, with emphasis shifting to the thicker diagonals and bowls. The italic angle and tapered serifs give a sense of forward motion, and the variable character widths create a subtly dynamic word shape in running text.