Serif Normal Gihi 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book design, magazines, invitations, branding, refined, literary, classic, formal, elegant, editorial voice, classic refinement, formal emphasis, print elegance, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, sharp, flowing.
A high-contrast italic serif with crisp hairlines and strong thick–thin modulation, giving strokes a noticeably calligraphic rhythm. The letterforms are gently right-slanted with bracketed, sharply finished serifs and tapered terminals that stay clean rather than swashy. Counters are fairly open and the overall color remains even despite the contrast, aided by clear joins and controlled curves. Numerals and capitals follow the same polished, print-oriented construction, with smooth diagonals and pointed details that read distinctly at display sizes.
Well-suited to editorial settings such as books, essays, and magazine typography where an italic voice is needed for emphasis or headline work. It also fits formal materials—programs, invitations, certificates—and brand systems seeking a classic, upscale tone. Best used where clean reproduction preserves the fine hairlines and sharp details.
The tone is cultivated and traditional, with an editorial elegance that suggests classic book typography and formal correspondence. Its sharp contrasts and poised italic movement convey sophistication and a slightly dramatic, ceremonial feel without becoming ornamental.
The design appears intended as a conventional text-serif italic with elevated contrast and a refined, print-classical demeanor. It aims to provide a graceful, authoritative italic for both extended reading contexts and prominent display moments.
The italic construction appears consistent across cases, with compact, well-contained curves and a disciplined approach to terminals. In text, the contrast and slant create a lively horizontal flow, while the crisp serifs keep the texture structured and authoritative.