Serif Normal Vidy 2 is a very light, very wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This serif presents a delicate, high-contrast construction with thin hairlines and more substantial stems, producing a crisp, bright texture on the page. Serifs are sharp and finely tapered, with a calligraphic, slightly bracketed feel rather than blocky terminals. Proportions lean generously wide with open counters and smooth, rounded bowls, while the capitals read stately and measured. The lowercase keeps a calm rhythm with a modest x-height, long ascenders/descenders, and finely shaped joins; the italic is not shown, and the forms remain upright and composed throughout.
It suits editorial typography where an elegant, high-contrast serif is desired—magazine features, book interiors with generous leading, and refined headlines or pull quotes. It can also support formal collateral such as invitations or cultural branding, especially at sizes where the hairlines remain clear.
The overall tone is cultivated and literary, suggesting a traditional, museum-like polish rather than a utilitarian voice. Its lightness and contrast create a sense of luxury and restraint, giving text an airy, sophisticated presence.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic, conventionally structured reading face with a more fashion-forward, display-leaning refinement—prioritizing elegance, whiteness, and crisp detail while keeping familiar serif text proportions.
In the sample text, the font maintains a consistent baseline and a controlled cadence, but the thin hairlines and fine serifs imply it will look best when printing and rendering conditions are clean. The figures follow the same refined logic, with slender strokes and smooth curves that align well with the text’s formal character.