Serif Flared Idhe 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial design, book typography, magazine layouts, pull quotes, editorial, literary, refined, classic, warm, readable italic, editorial tone, classic refinement, warm sophistication, text emphasis, calligraphic, bracketed, tapered, humanist, slanted.
A slanted serif with gently tapered stems and subtly flared terminals that widen into the serifs. The contrast is moderate and consistent, with smooth curves, bracketed joins, and a slightly calligraphic rhythm that keeps counters open and legible. Capitals are broad and poised, while the lowercase shows a flowing italic construction with single-storey forms and angled entry/exit strokes; overall spacing feels even and text-ready rather than tightly condensed.
It performs well in continuous reading settings such as books, essays, and magazine articles, where its steady rhythm and open shapes support comfortable text color. The slanted posture also makes it a strong choice for emphasis in pull quotes, introductions, captions, and refined branding where a classic serif voice is desired.
The font conveys an editorial, literary tone—polished and traditional, but not stiff. Its italic movement adds momentum and sophistication, lending a cultured, narrative voice that feels suited to reading and thoughtful emphasis.
The design appears intended to provide a readable, elegant italic serif with a traditional foundation and a touch of calligraphic liveliness. The flared, tapered endings and moderate contrast suggest an aim for warmth and refinement in long-form typography and editorial settings.
Figures follow the same slanted, serifed logic as the letters, with curved forms and understated terminals that maintain a cohesive texture in mixed text. The stroke endings and gentle flare give the design a soft, crafted edge without becoming ornate.