Serif Other Lybut 2 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, covers, art deco, retro, theatrical, editorial, dramatic, display impact, retro styling, brand character, ornamental detail, poster voice, flared, ball terminals, triangular serifs, stencil-like, angular.
A bold display serif with sharply tapered, triangular serifs and flared stroke endings. Letterforms mix wide, rounded bowls with pointed joins, producing a lively, slightly irregular rhythm across the alphabet. Several glyphs feature distinctive internal cut-ins and teardrop/ball-like counters that read as ornamental “ink traps” or stencil-style notches, especially in rounded characters. Numerals and capitals keep strong verticals and crisp corners, while the lowercase shows compact, sturdy shapes with prominent terminals that emphasize the baseline and cap line.
Best suited to headlines, poster titles, branding marks, and packaging where its sharp serifs and decorative cut-ins can remain legible. It can also work for short editorial pull quotes or cover lines when you want a strong retro accent and high visual impact.
The overall tone feels glamorous and theatrical, with a clear vintage showcard/Deco flavor. Its dramatic contrasts between thick masses and sharp points create a punchy, attention-grabbing voice that suggests nightlife, posters, and headline-driven layouts rather than quiet text settings.
The font appears designed as a statement display serif that modernizes vintage Deco/showcard cues through pointed serifs, flared terminals, and recurring internal cut shapes. The intent is to deliver immediate personality and memorability in larger typography, prioritizing silhouette and rhythm over neutrality.
The design leans into recognizable signature shapes (notably in rounded letters like C, G, O/Q, and e), giving it a logo-ready personality but also making texture highly stylized. Spacing appears intended for display use, where the heavy forms and ornamental notches can read clearly at larger sizes.