Serif Other Ipvo 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, book covers, branding, posters, editorial, luxury, classic, dramatic, literary, prestige, impact, editorial voice, classic revival, display refinement, bracketed, sharp, crisp, sculpted, calligraphic.
A high-contrast serif with crisp hairlines and weighty, sculpted stems that create a strong light–dark rhythm. Serifs are bracketed and often wedge-like, with pointed terminals and carefully tapered joins that feel cut and chiseled rather than purely geometric. The capitals are stately and wide-shouldered, while the lowercase shows a traditional bookish structure with compact counters and lively, calligraphic modulation. Numerals share the same contrast and finishing, with curving forms and tapered entry/exit strokes that read cleanly at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, deck copy, and short-to-medium text in editorial settings where contrast and detail can be appreciated. It works well for book covers, fashion or cultural branding, and posters that want a classic serif voice with added drama. For long passages, generous leading and careful sizing will help preserve the delicacy of the hairlines.
The overall tone is refined and authoritative, with a dramatic, editorial polish. Its sharp hairlines and carved details suggest luxury and tradition, while the energetic curves add a subtle theatrical edge.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic, prestigious serif impression with heightened contrast and sharpened finishing, balancing traditional letterforms with more decorative, sculptural terminals for strong display impact.
Diagonal strokes (notably in letters like K, V, W, X, and y) show pronounced thick–thin transitions and tapered endings, contributing to a slightly flamboyant, high-fashion feel. Round letters carry a vertical stress, and the heavy verticals can make dense text blocks feel bold and emphatic even at moderate sizes.