Serif Contrasted Itba 2 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, branding, posters, packaging, elegant, editorial, fashion, refined, dramatic, luxury tone, editorial voice, display impact, modern classic, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, crisp, sculpted.
This typeface is a modern, high-contrast serif with a crisp, vertical stance and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Hairline serifs and joins create a delicate edge, while the main stems are firm and clean, producing a polished, sculptural rhythm. Curves show clear vertical stress (notably in O/C/G), and many letters feature sharp, tapered terminals that heighten the sense of precision. Proportions lean narrow-to-moderate with generous counters, and the numerals follow the same refined contrast, reading as elegant display figures.
Best suited to display typography such as magazine heads, section titles, pull quotes, and brand-led compositions where contrast and refinement are desired. It can also work for premium packaging and invitations, especially when set with comfortable size and spacing to preserve the fine details.
The overall tone is poised and luxurious, with a distinctly editorial sophistication. Its dramatic contrast and fine details convey formality and polish, evoking fashion, cultural publishing, and premium branding rather than utilitarian text settings.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on classic high-contrast serif ideals, prioritizing elegance, clarity of form, and a striking thick–thin rhythm for impactful display use.
In the sample text, the hairlines and serifs create a sparkling texture at larger sizes, while the strong verticals keep words stable and legible. The design’s delicacy becomes most prominent in diagonals and thin cross-strokes, giving the face a sharp, contemporary finish.