Serif Contrasted Ipmu 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, fashion, posters, luxury branding, elegant, editorial, dramatic, refined, luxury feel, editorial voice, high impact, classic revival, hairline serifs, vertical stress, crisp terminals, sharp joins, classic proportions.
This serif shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with crisp hairline serifs and a generally vertical stress. Capitals are stately and sharply modeled, with narrow joins and clean, knife-like hairlines contrasting against dense main stems. Lowercase forms keep a compact x-height and relatively long ascenders/descenders, producing a tall, formal rhythm; several letters display delicate entry/exit strokes and tapered terminals that emphasize the contrast. Numerals mix sturdy verticals with fine connecting hairlines, reading as display-oriented rather than utilitarian.
Best suited to headlines, pull quotes, mastheads, and other display settings where its extreme contrast and hairline finishing can be appreciated. It also fits luxury-oriented branding and packaging, especially when set with generous size and comfortable leading. For dense body copy or small UI sizes, its fine strokes may require careful size and printing/display conditions to maintain clarity.
The overall tone is polished and high-end, with a dramatic contrast that feels fashion-forward and editorial. Its sharp detailing and airy hairlines suggest sophistication and ceremony, leaning toward classic luxury rather than casual or technical voice.
The font appears designed to deliver a modern Didone-like elegance: strong verticals, razor-thin hairlines, and refined serif shaping aimed at high-impact typography. Its proportions and contrast prioritize style and hierarchy, giving text a premium, editorial presence.
The design relies on fine details—thin crossbars, hairline serifs, and tight internal apertures—that create a bright, sparkling texture at larger sizes. In longer lines of text, the contrast and compact lowercase can produce a lively, slightly “ink-trap-free” shimmer where hairlines become prominent and spacing feels intentionally varied across glyphs.