Serif Normal Midow 2 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, book text, magazines, branding, posters, formal, editorial, authoritative, classic, bookish, readability, tradition, editorial voice, display impact, authority, bracketed, ball terminals, beaked serifs, scotch-like, robust.
A sturdy, high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and firmly bracketed serifs. The proportions feel traditional and text-oriented, with a moderate x-height and compact joins that keep counters relatively tight at heavier sizes. Curves are smooth and slightly tensioned, and several letters show subtle beaks and ball terminals that add a crisp, engraved quality. Numerals are strong and readable, with old-style warmth in the curves and clear stress throughout.
This font fits well in editorial settings such as magazine layouts, book typography, and long-form reading where a traditional serif texture is desired. It also performs strongly in headlines, pull quotes, and branding applications that benefit from a classic, authoritative presence. For best results, allow comfortable tracking and leading in dense text to balance its darker color.
The overall tone is formal and composed, leaning toward classic editorial typography. It conveys authority and tradition while still feeling lively due to the energetic contrast and expressive terminals. The texture reads as confident and slightly dramatic, suited to serious content that wants a polished voice.
The design appears aimed at a conventional, highly legible serif with enough contrast and terminal character to carry both text and display roles. Its details suggest an intention to evoke traditional print refinement while maintaining a robust, contemporary solidity on the page.
In paragraphs the type forms an even, slightly dark color with clear vertical emphasis, while the contrast and tight apertures become more pronounced at larger sizes for display use. The uppercase feels stately and stable, and the lowercase has a traditional rhythm with distinctive details in letters like g, y, and Q that give the face recognizable character.