Serif Normal Pemaj 2 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Chiaroscura' by Emtype Foundry, 'Amarela Stencil' and 'Juana' by Latinotype, 'Sejam' by StudioJASO, and 'Blacker Pro' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, branding, posters, elegant, fashion, dramatic, refined, luxury feel, editorial impact, classic modernity, display clarity, hairline serifs, bracketed serifs, vertical stress, crisp joins, sharp terminals.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, hairline serifs. The forms lean on vertical stress and clean, tapered terminals, with sharp, triangular entry/exit cuts in several letters that add snap without becoming decorative. Capitals feel broad and stately, while the lowercase maintains a measured, readable rhythm with compact bowls and clearly differentiated shapes. Numerals follow the same contrast model, pairing sturdy stems with fine serifs and pointed terminals for a cohesive set.
Best suited to display and editorial settings such as magazine headlines, section openers, pull quotes, and brand-led typography where contrast and refinement are desirable. It can also work for short-to-medium text in high-quality print or large digital sizes, especially when paired with generous spacing and supportive body type.
The overall tone is polished and editorial, combining classic book-serif cues with a more dramatic, contemporary sheen. Its strong contrast and sharp detailing read as upscale and confident, suggesting luxury, culture, and curated sophistication rather than casual utility.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-fashion take on the traditional contrast serif: familiar proportions and reading cues, amplified by dramatic stroke modulation and crisp, precise finishing. It prioritizes strong presence and a premium feel while maintaining conventional letterforms for straightforward readability in larger sizes.
In the sample text, the contrast produces striking word shapes and strong headline presence, but the finest hairlines and serifs become visually delicate at smaller sizes or on low-resolution output. The design’s sharp cuts and tapered joins give it a slightly incisive texture that keeps large settings lively and distinctive.