Serif Normal Mani 2 is a very bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Sally' and 'FS Sally Paneuropean' by Fontsmith and 'Ariata' and 'Mafra' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, magazine, packaging, book covers, editorial, traditional, authoritative, vintage, dramatic, impact, heritage, readability, emphasis, bracketed, beaked, sculpted, calligraphic, crisp.
This typeface is a sturdy display serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and sharply sculpted, bracketed serifs. Stems are heavy and confident, while joins and terminals show crisp, slightly calligraphic shaping that produces a lively, carved-in-ink feel. Counters are relatively compact for the weight, and the overall rhythm is bold and deliberate, with clear differentiation between rounds and straights and a consistent, upright stance across caps, lowercase, and figures.
Best used at larger sizes where the contrast, serifs, and sculpted terminals can be appreciated—headlines, deck copy, posters, and striking cover typography. It can also work for branding and packaging that calls for a classic serif voice with bold emphasis, especially in short bursts rather than dense body text.
The tone feels traditional and authoritative, with an editorial gravitas suited to confident headlines. Its strong contrast and assertive serifs add a slightly vintage, old-style bookish flavor while still reading as crisp and modern in application. Overall it projects seriousness and impact rather than softness or casualness.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif reading experience with heightened impact: familiar proportions and forms, amplified by strong modulation and crisp, characterful serifs for attention-grabbing display work.
Capitals are robust and square-shouldered, while the lowercase introduces more movement through angled strokes and tapered terminals, adding texture in longer lines. The numerals match the weight and contrast of the letters, maintaining a cohesive presence for mixed alphanumeric settings.