Serif Contrasted Hawi 1 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, italic, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, book display, invitations, elegant, literary, fashion, classic, luxury tone, editorial voice, classic revival, display emphasis, hairline serifs, vertical stress, calligraphic, crisp, refined.
A refined italic serif with pronounced stroke modulation and a clear vertical stress. The forms are slender and energetic, with crisp hairline serifs and tapered terminals that give letters a sharp, polished edge. Curves are smooth and controlled, counters are relatively open for an italic, and the rhythm is quick and flowing, especially in the lowercase with its tall, upright proportions. Numerals and capitals follow the same high-contrast logic, combining strong main strokes with delicate connecting hairlines.
Best suited to headlines, magazine spreads, pull quotes, and other editorial applications where a refined italic voice is desired. It can work for short-to-medium passages when set large enough, and it’s particularly effective for titles, decks, and typographic accents that need a classic yet fashion-forward feel.
The overall tone is sophisticated and cultured, evoking classic book typography and modern fashion/editorial styling at the same time. Its contrast and slanted stance create a sense of movement and formality, reading as poised, stylish, and slightly dramatic rather than casual.
This design appears intended to deliver a luxurious, traditional serif impression through strong contrast and disciplined italic construction, prioritizing elegance and visual sparkle. The narrow, upright proportions and crisp terminals suggest an aim for articulate display typography that still holds together in continuous text when given room to breathe.
In longer lines, the thin hairlines and tight proportions produce a dense, elegant texture that benefits from generous size and comfortable line spacing. The italic angle is consistent and the detailing stays crisp, giving headlines and pull quotes a clean, high-end finish.