Serif Normal Lyvu 2 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Albra' by BumbumType, 'Omnibus' by Linotype, and 'PS Fournier Std' by Typofonderie (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, magazines, editorial, headlines, branding, classic, formal, literary, authoritative, text refinement, editorial clarity, traditional tone, print authority, bracketed serifs, vertical stress, ball terminals, crisp, bookish.
This serif shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with relatively vertical stress and crisp, bracketed serifs. Capitals are stately and broad-shouldered, with generous proportions and steady spacing that keeps lines even in text. Lowercase forms are sturdy with a moderate x-height, round counters, and subtly cupped or tapered stroke endings; several letters show ball terminals and teardrop-like joins that add a traditional texture. Numerals follow the same high-contrast model, mixing straight stems with rounded bowls for a cohesive, old-style feel in running figures.
Well-suited to book typography, long-form reading, and editorial layouts where a traditional serif texture is desired. It also performs convincingly in display settings—chapter titles, pull quotes, and refined branding—where its contrast and finishing details can be appreciated.
The overall tone is classic and composed, with a formal, literary voice that feels at home in traditional publishing. Its sharp contrast and refined finishing details convey authority and ceremony without becoming ornamental.
The design appears intended as a conventional, publishing-oriented serif that balances readability with a distinctly traditional, high-contrast color. Its proportions and restrained detailing suggest an aim for versatility across both text and larger editorial sizes.
In the sample text, the rhythm stays consistent across long lines, with clear word shapes and strong verticals that help maintain structure. The high contrast becomes more prominent at larger sizes, where the tapered joins and terminals read as a defining character detail.