Inline Hesa 2 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, logotypes, packaging, art deco, architectural, retro, technical, futuristic, decorative display, signage style, retro futurism, geometric construction, engraved effect, geometric, angular, monolinear, octagonal, outlined.
A tall, condensed display face built from monolinear outlined strokes with a consistent inline channel running through many verticals and stems. Letterforms are highly geometric and angular, with frequent chamfered corners that create an octagonal, machine-cut feel. Curves are simplified into faceted arcs, and terminals are crisp and squared, producing a rigid, constructed rhythm. Spacing appears fairly tight and vertical, with emphasis on straight uprights and narrow counters that reinforce the condensed silhouette.
Best suited to large-scale display applications such as posters, headers, titles, and brand marks where the outlined inline construction can be appreciated. It also works well for signage, packaging, and editorial pull quotes that want a retro-technical or architectural flavor. For longer text, it benefits from generous size and spacing to keep the interior detailing from crowding.
The overall tone is vintage-modern: equal parts Art Deco signage and schematic drafting. Its precise outlines and inset detailing give it a sleek, engineered personality that reads as futuristic yet nostalgic. The faceted geometry adds a stylized, architectural seriousness rather than a casual or handwritten feel.
The design appears intended to deliver a distinctive outlined inline look with a disciplined geometric system, echoing engraved lettering and Deco-era display types. Its condensed proportions and faceted corners prioritize impact and stylistic character over neutrality, aiming to stand out in titles and identity work.
The inline detailing and double-line construction can create visual shimmer at small sizes, while at larger sizes it becomes a distinctive decorative feature. The strong vertical emphasis and repeated corner chamfers make words feel structured and monumental, especially in all caps.