Serif Normal Oblim 2 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literary titles, invitations, literary, refined, formal, traditional, classic text, formal voice, print elegance, editorial clarity, bracketed, crisp, stately, calligraphic, transitional.
A classic serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and bracketed, tapered serifs. Capitals are broad and evenly proportioned with clear vertical stress, while round letters (C, G, O, Q) show smooth, confident curves and crisp terminals. The lowercase keeps a relatively low x-height with compact bowls and tall ascenders, giving the line a slightly elevated, old-world rhythm. Numerals are proportional and text-like, with open counters and distinctly shaped figures that match the serif detailing of the letters.
Works well for book and long-form editorial typography where a classical serif texture is desired, especially at comfortable reading sizes. It also suits headings, chapter openers, and pull quotes that benefit from high-contrast elegance, as well as formal print pieces such as programs and invitations.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, projecting authority and polish rather than novelty. Its high-contrast strokes and generous spacing read as composed and ceremonial, suitable for contexts that benefit from a classic, cultivated voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, academically familiar serif voice with refined contrast and disciplined proportions. Its goal seems to be dependable readability paired with a distinctly classical, print-centric character.
Serifs are consistently braced, and joins remain clean even where strokes narrow sharply, which helps maintain clarity in large sizes. The italic is not shown; the samples indicate a steady, upright texture with a slightly formal cadence in continuous text.