Serif Contrasted Hore 11 is a light, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Arshila' by Bykineks (names referenced only for comparison).
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A high-contrast italic serif with razor-thin hairlines and sharply tapered entry/exit strokes, paired with fuller main stems. The letterforms lean with a smooth, calligraphic rhythm and a predominantly vertical stress, producing bright counters and crisp joins. Serifs are fine and delicate, often expressed as pointed wedges or hairline terminals rather than heavy, bracketed feet. Curves are tightly controlled and glossy, with narrow connections and frequent teardrop-like or hooked finishing strokes in letters such as J, Q, g, y, and several numerals.
Best suited to large sizes where the hairlines and refined terminals can reproduce cleanly—editorial headlines, fashion spreads, brand marks, invitations, and premium packaging. It can also work for short pull quotes or display subheads, but its delicate contrast makes it less appropriate for dense body copy at small sizes or in low-resolution environments.
The overall tone is polished and couture-leaning, with a dramatic sparkle created by extreme stroke contrast and airy spacing. It reads as sophisticated and formal, evoking magazine typography, luxury branding, and high-end packaging rather than utilitarian text.
The design appears intended to deliver a glamorous, high-fashion italic voice with maximum contrast and a smooth, calligraphic cadence. It prioritizes elegance, sparkle, and distinctive silhouettes for display typography and branding.
Capitals are especially sleek and display-oriented, with long, attenuated horizontals and pronounced swashes on select forms (notably Q and some diagonals). The numerals echo the same contrast and italic flow, with prominent curves and fine hairline joins that emphasize elegance over sturdiness.