Serif Contrasted Lemes 11 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book titling, magazines, posters, elegant, classic, refined, formal, editorial tone, classical refinement, display clarity, formal voice, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, tight aperture, crisp joins.
A high-contrast serif with strong vertical stems and very fine hairlines, giving an overall crisp, engraved feel. Serifs are delicate and sharply cut, with minimal bracketing and a clean, controlled transition between thick and thin strokes. Proportions skew classical with a relatively small x-height against tall capitals and ascenders, and the rhythm is compact and disciplined in text. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, with thin entry strokes and confident, weighty verticals that read clearly at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, deck copy, and editorial typography where its contrast and fine details can be appreciated. It also works well for book and magazine titling, pull quotes, and formal invitations or programs. For extended reading, it benefits from larger point sizes and comfortable line spacing to maintain clarity.
The font conveys a polished, traditional tone associated with literary publishing and formal communications. Its sharp hairlines and upright stance feel poised and authoritative, lending a sense of refinement rather than warmth. The overall impression is upscale and considered, suitable when a classic voice is desired.
Likely designed to provide a classic, high-contrast serif voice with a distinctly editorial sheen—combining traditional proportions with crisp, modern precision. The intention appears focused on sophisticated display and publishing contexts where elegance and authority are priorities.
In the sample text, the high contrast and fine serifs create a bright, sparkling texture that favors larger sizes and generous leading. The narrow internal spaces in some forms and the delicate horizontals suggest it will look best where reproduction is clean and resolution is sufficient to preserve hairlines.