Serif Normal Afman 2 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, fashion, luxury branding, elegant, refined, classical, editorial polish, luxury tone, display clarity, classic refinement, crisp, delicate, airy, calligraphic, sculpted.
A sharply modeled serif with dramatic stroke contrast and a crisp, tapered finish. Serifs are fine and pointed, often reading as wedge-like terminals rather than blunt slabs, with delicate hairlines that sharpen the rhythm of stems and bowls. Proportions skew toward tall capitals and a restrained, low x-height, while apertures and counters stay open and clean. The lowercase shows compact, neatly controlled forms with a single-storey g, a narrow, descending f, and a teardrop-like ear on the r; numerals and capitals maintain the same polished, high-contrast construction.
This style is well suited to magazine titles, section openers, pull quotes, and high-impact editorial headlines where fine detail can be appreciated. It also fits premium branding applications—such as beauty, jewelry, and boutique packaging—where a polished, sophisticated voice is desired.
The overall tone is poised and luxurious, with a distinctly editorial sophistication. Its razor-thin details and sculptural curves communicate precision, taste, and a contemporary take on classic book and magazine typography.
The design intent appears focused on delivering a contemporary, high-contrast serif for elegant display and editorial typography, prioritizing sharp refinement, graceful curvature, and a clean, modern finish within a traditional serif framework.
At display sizes the hairlines read especially crisp and the joins feel intentionally calligraphic, giving headings a refined, high-end sheen. In longer settings, the strong contrast and low x-height create an airy texture that favors generous size and spacing.