Serif Contrasted Kene 2 is a light, narrow, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, fashion, magazines, posters, branding, elegant, editorial, refined, classical, luxury tone, display impact, editorial clarity, classic revival, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, crisp, airy.
This typeface is a high-contrast serif with a distinctly vertical construction and very fine hairlines against stronger main stems. Serifs are small and sharp, often wedge-like, with clean, minimally bracketed joins that keep the shapes crisp. Curves are smooth and controlled, with a polished rhythm in round letters (C, O, Q) and tapered transitions into thin strokes. The lowercase shows a two-storey a and g, a slender, straight-sided n/m construction, and a light, open texture overall; numerals follow the same contrasty logic with delicate joins and thin horizontals.
Best suited to large sizes where the hairlines and sharp serifs can be appreciated—editorial headlines, magazine covers, fashion and beauty branding, and high-end posters. It can also work for short pull quotes or titling, especially when printed or displayed at comfortable sizes.
The overall tone is poised and upscale, suggesting luxury and editorial sophistication rather than warmth or informality. Its sharp detailing and airy color read as formal and stylish, with a contemporary take on classic high-contrast letterforms.
The letterforms appear designed to evoke classic high-contrast serif refinement while maintaining a crisp, modern finish. Emphasis is placed on dramatic stroke contrast, vertical poise, and sharp serif detailing to deliver an elevated, premium voice.
The design relies on thin connectors and fine serifs for its character, so spacing and rhythm feel precise and measured. Pointed terminals and narrow interior apertures in several letters contribute to a clean, fashionable impression in display settings.