Serif Other Vigo 2 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, editorial, retro, friendly, storybook, folksy, playful, display impact, vintage nod, friendly tone, handcrafted feel, bracketed, soft, bulbous, rounded, quirky.
A heavy, soft-edged serif with generously rounded bowls and subtly flared, bracketed terminals that read as carved rather than sharp. Strokes are thick and steady with gentle modulation, and the counters are relatively open for the weight. The uppercase forms feel compact and sturdy, while the lowercase introduces more irregular, hand-cut character—seen in the varied terminals, asymmetrical joins, and idiosyncratic details like the angled, tapering foot on t and the distinctive descenders on g, j, and y. Figures are large and robust, with rounded silhouettes and decorative spur-like endings that match the serif rhythm.
Best suited for display settings where its bold, rounded presence and decorative serif detailing can be appreciated—headlines, posters, labels, and brand marks. It can work for short editorial passages or pull quotes when set with comfortable leading, but its strong, quirky shapes are most effective at larger sizes.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, combining a nostalgic, old-style flavor with a playful, decorative twist. It suggests hand-crafted signage and vintage print ephemera, giving text a personable, slightly whimsical voice without becoming overly delicate.
The font appears intended as a characterful display serif that blends traditional, bracketed serif cues with a more playful, hand-carved sensibility. Its sturdy proportions and soft terminals aim to deliver strong impact while maintaining an inviting, nostalgic tone.
Spacing in the samples appears fairly roomy for the weight, helping the dense letterforms stay readable in short blocks. The design’s personality comes through most strongly in its terminals and small asymmetries, which add texture and movement to lines of text.