Serif Contrasted Ipfy 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'High Table' by SAMUEL DESIGN (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazine, branding, packaging, posters, editorial, luxury, fashion, classic, dramatic, elegance, impact, editorial voice, premium branding, modern classic, hairline serifs, vertical stress, crisp, sculpted, calligraphic.
A sharply contrasted serif with vertical stress and extremely fine hairlines set against robust main stems. Serifs are delicate and pointed, often reading as hairline wedges, with crisp terminals and a polished, high-fashion finish. Curves in letters like C, G, O, and Q are tightly controlled and smooth, while joins and apertures stay clean and uncluttered. The lowercase shows a compact, readable build with a two-storey a and a looped g, and the overall rhythm alternates thick-and-thin strokes to create a bright, shimmering texture at display sizes.
Best suited for headlines, pull quotes, mastheads, and other display applications where its hairline details can be appreciated. It fits fashion, beauty, arts, and luxury branding, as well as premium packaging and poster titling where a refined, high-contrast serif is desired.
The tone is refined and high-drama, evoking luxury editorial typography and classic print sophistication. Its pronounced contrast and needle-like details give it a couture, gallery-like presence that feels formal, intentional, and premium.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern Didone-like elegance: dramatic contrast, precise hairlines, and a controlled, upright posture that elevates titles and brand statements. It prioritizes visual sophistication and punch over utilitarian text texture.
In the sample text, the font holds a strong headline voice with striking thick–thin modulation and crisp punctuation. The numerals match the style with high contrast and fine finishing strokes, supporting elegant typographic hierarchies when paired with more neutral body faces.