Serif Contrasted Puha 7 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Intermedial Slab' by Blaze Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, fashion, editorial, magazines, branding, elegant, classical, dramatic, refinement, luxury tone, display impact, classic voice, italic emphasis, hairline serifs, vertical stress, calligraphic, refined, crisp.
This typeface is a high-contrast serif italic with sharp, hairline serifs and pronounced thick–thin modulation. The letterforms show a strong rightward slant and largely vertical stress, with crisp terminals and tapered joins that give strokes a carved, calligraphic feel. Capitals are narrow and poised with long, fine serifs, while the lowercase has a moderate x-height and lively rhythm, including curved entry strokes and delicate exit flicks. Numerals follow the same contrast model, mixing sturdy stems with very fine connecting strokes for a consistent, polished texture in text.
It works best for display typography such as magazine headlines, fashion and lifestyle editorial, luxury branding, invitations, and short pull quotes where the contrast can be appreciated. It can also serve as an elegant accent italic paired with a calmer roman text face, rather than as a primary choice for small, dense body copy.
The overall tone is sophisticated and dressy, projecting a classic editorial elegance with a touch of theatrical drama. The sharp contrast and italic movement add energy and refinement, suggesting luxury, culture, and formality rather than casual or utilitarian use.
The design appears intended to deliver a modernized take on classical high-contrast italics, emphasizing elegance, movement, and sharp detail. Its restrained proportions and refined hairlines suggest a focus on premium, high-impact typography for titles and brand moments.
In longer passages the hairlines and tight italic forms create a bright, sparkling typographic color, especially where thin horizontals and serifs cluster. The design’s clarity comes from its clean outlines and consistent contrast, but its delicacy visually depends on sufficient size and reproduction quality.