Serif Normal Sybuf 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, headlines, quotations, literary, formal, classic, refined, emphasis, readability, classic tone, editorial voice, text companion, bracketed, calligraphic, oldstyle, flowing, crisp.
An italic serif with a pronounced rightward slant and lively, calligraphic stroke modulation. Serifs are bracketed and tapered, with crisp entry/exit terminals that keep the forms sharp even as they lean and flow. The uppercase shows broad, classical proportions and steady rhythm, while the lowercase is more animated, with compact joins and angled terminals that emphasize forward motion. Numerals appear italic as well, with clear curves and sturdy, readable silhouettes.
Well-suited for editorial typography where an italic voice is needed—introductions, pull quotes, captions, and emphasis within serif text. It can also serve in elegant headlines and subheads where a classic italic texture and clear rhythm are desirable.
The overall tone is traditional and literary, projecting refinement and formality without feeling brittle. Its energetic slant and subtly expressive details add a sense of movement suited to elegant, cultivated typography.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif italic with a classical foundation, providing a polished companion style for emphasis and sophisticated setting. Its balance of crisp serifs, controlled contrast, and flowing italic construction suggests a focus on readability while retaining traditional typographic character.
Spacing appears intentionally open for an italic, helping maintain clarity in running text. Curved letters (like C, G, O, Q) show smooth, continuous bowls, while diagonal-driven forms (V, W, X, Y) feel sharp and decisive, reinforcing the font’s brisk, editorial cadence.