Inline Opmu 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, logotypes, posters, packaging, mastheads, luxury, theatrical, editorial, classic, dramatic, add ornament, convey luxury, create drama, evoke engraving, inline detail, display serif, high contrast, sharp terminals, bracketed serifs.
A high-contrast display serif with an engraved inline running through many major strokes, creating a carved, two-tone effect. The letterforms show refined Didone-like construction with strong vertical stress, hairline horizontals, and crisp, tapered serifs. Counters are generally compact and the rhythm is vertical and stately, while the inline cut adds shimmer and texture across stems and bowls. Numerals follow the same logic, with prominent contrast and an ornamental interior line that reinforces the decorative finish.
Best suited for display typography such as magazine headlines, brand marks, event posters, and premium packaging where the carved inline can be appreciated. It performs especially well in short phrases, titles, and large-scale settings that benefit from its dramatic contrast and ornamental texture.
The overall tone is elegant and performative, blending classic fashion/editorial sophistication with a slightly vintage, engraved poster feel. The inline detailing reads as luxurious and ceremonial, lending a sense of drama and high-end craft.
The design appears intended to evoke engraved, fashion-forward elegance by combining a classic high-contrast serif skeleton with an inline treatment that adds depth and flourish without changing the overall upright, formal stance.
The decorative inline introduces additional internal detail that can visually thicken dark areas and increase sparkle in curved forms, especially at larger sizes. In tightly spaced settings the interior carving may begin to merge or compete with thin hairlines, so generous sizing and considered tracking help preserve clarity.