Serif Normal Obgev 2 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: magazines, book text, editorial, headlines, invitations, literary, elegant, formal, classic, text elegance, editorial tone, classic authority, refined contrast, bracketed, hairline, crisp, refined, calligraphic.
A high-contrast serif with crisp hairlines and weighty vertical stems, set on relatively compact proportions. Serifs are finely bracketed and tapered, giving terminals a sharp, sculpted finish rather than a blunt cut. The uppercase forms feel stately and disciplined with tall, narrow silhouettes, while the lowercase introduces more modulation and a slightly calligraphic swing in curved letters. Spacing reads as measured and even, supporting a steady text rhythm with clear stroke hierarchy.
Well-suited to editorial typography such as magazines, essays, and book interiors where a classic serif texture is desirable. It also performs convincingly in headlines, pull quotes, and formal collateral like invitations or programs, especially when paired with generous leading to let the contrast and detailing breathe.
The overall tone is polished and literary, with a sense of tradition and editorial authority. Its sharp contrast and refined detailing add a touch of luxury and formality, making it feel more “print-classic” than casual or utilitarian.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, text-oriented serif voice with elevated refinement—combining a disciplined uppercase with a more lively lowercase to balance authority and readability. Its contrast and sharply finished serifs suggest an emphasis on elegant page color and a traditional publishing feel.
Curves are drawn with pronounced thick-to-thin transitions, and joins stay clean and controlled, which helps preserve clarity at display sizes. Numerals follow the same contrast logic and feel aligned with the text color, contributing to a cohesive typographic voice across letters and figures.