Outline Simo 2 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, book covers, logos, vintage, playful, airy, decorative, storybook, decorative display, retro feel, line-art styling, softened serif, bracketed serifs, rounded terminals, soft curves, monoline, open counters.
An outline serif with monoline contours and softly rounded corners throughout. The letterforms use bracketed serifs and gentle, slightly bulbous joins that give strokes a cushioned, engraved look despite the minimal line weight. Proportions lean traditional, with moderate capitals and a readable, moderately tall lowercase; curves are smooth and open, and counters stay spacious because only the outer contour is drawn. Numerals and punctuation follow the same outline treatment, keeping a consistent rhythm across the set.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, and book covers where the outline effect can be appreciated. It can also work for logo wordmarks and short branding lines, especially when paired with a solid text face for supporting copy.
The font reads as light, charming, and a bit nostalgic—like a vintage book jacket or classic poster rendered as line art. Its airy outlines feel friendly and decorative rather than formal, with just enough serif structure to keep it legible at display sizes.
Likely designed to provide a classic serif silhouette in a light, outline-only treatment—delivering a decorative, line-art aesthetic while preserving familiar, readable letter shapes. The consistent monoline contour and softened serifs suggest an emphasis on approachability and retro-inspired display typography.
The outline construction makes interior shapes and word color highly dependent on background and stroke thickness in production. Curved letters (C, G, S, O) show a smooth, even contour, while serifs remain rounded and understated, avoiding sharp spikes and keeping the overall texture soft.