Serif Other Kezi 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, book covers, posters, editorial, packaging, classic, literary, whimsical, dramatic, expressive serif, display impact, classical revival, editorial tone, bracketed serifs, flared terminals, ink-trap like notches, sharp apexes, calligraphic stress.
A high-contrast serif with crisp, wedge-like serifs and subtly irregular, calligraphic modeling. Strokes show strong thick–thin transitions and a gently carved, slightly notched feel at some joins and terminals, giving the outlines an engraved or cut-paper character rather than a purely rational Didone polish. Capitals are relatively narrow with sharp apexes and lively serif shapes, while the lowercase is compact with a short x-height and pronounced ascenders/descenders. Curves are round but taut, and spacing reads slightly variable across glyphs, producing a rhythmic, animated texture in words.
Best suited for headlines, pull quotes, and short editorial passages where its contrast and distinctive terminals can be appreciated. It also fits book covers, event posters, and premium packaging that benefits from a classic serif voice with decorative bite. For longer reading, it will typically perform best at comfortable sizes and with generous leading to keep the texture open.
The overall tone feels classical and bookish, but with a mischievous, storybook edge. Its sharp serifs and dramatic contrast create a sense of sophistication, while the quirky terminal details add personality that can feel theatrical or slightly gothic depending on setting.
This design appears intended to reinterpret a traditional high-contrast serif through more idiosyncratic, hand-influenced detailing. The combination of compact proportions and expressive terminals suggests a focus on memorable display typography that still reads as firmly serif and historically rooted.
Numerals and uppercase forms carry strong presence, with distinctive figure shapes and a clear, display-forward silhouette. In text, the compact lowercase and high contrast can create a lively sparkle, especially at larger sizes where the carved details and terminal shapes remain evident.