Serif Normal Linab 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: magazines, headlines, book covers, branding, invitations, editorial, luxury, classical, dramatic, refined, editorial tone, premium branding, classical revival, sharp elegance, page presence, sharp, crisp, calligraphic, bracketed, high-waisted.
A high-contrast serif with crisp, tapered hairlines and weighty vertical stems that create a distinctly engraved, editorial rhythm. Serifs are finely bracketed and often end in sharp points, with a slightly calligraphic modulation visible in curves and joins. Proportions lean narrow-to-moderate with relatively tall capitals; the lowercase shows compact bowls and a controlled, text-oriented x-height. Details like the angled terminals, the energetic S-curve, and the elegant, sweeping tail on the Q give the design a polished, display-ready sharpness while remaining coherent in paragraph settings.
Well suited to editorial typography such as magazine headlines, section openers, and pull quotes, as well as book covers and upscale branding where contrast and detail can shine. It also fits formal materials like invitations and programs, and works best when given enough size or printing fidelity for the finer strokes to remain clear.
The overall tone is sophisticated and classical, with a fashion/editorial edge. Strong contrast and precise finishing convey confidence, formality, and a sense of luxury, while the brisk, sharp terminals add drama and freshness rather than warmth.
The design appears intended as a contemporary take on a classical text serif, prioritizing sharp contrast, clean finishing, and a stylish page presence. It aims to deliver a premium, authoritative voice that transitions smoothly from prominent display lines to well-structured text composition.
At larger sizes the delicate hairlines and tapered joins read especially crisp, emphasizing the font’s refined construction. The figures follow the same contrast-driven logic as the letters, maintaining a consistent, elegant color across mixed text and numerals.