Serif Contrasted Siwu 2 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gallensis' by Schriftlabor (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, posters, branding, packaging, luxury, editorial, dramatic, classic, fashion, elegant display, editorial voice, premium branding, dramatic emphasis, vertical stress, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, calligraphic, brisk rhythm.
A high-contrast italic serif with a strong vertical stress and crisp, hairline serifs. The letterforms show pronounced thick-to-thin transitions, with fine entry/exit strokes and sharp, tapered terminals that give the shapes a chiseled, energetic edge. Curves are full and glossy while joins and shoulders stay tight, creating a lively rhythm; capitals feel stately and slightly condensed in their internal spaces, while lowercase forms read smooth and continuous with prominent italic movement. Numerals match the contrast and slant, with clear, sculpted counters and delicate finishing strokes.
Best suited for display applications such as editorial headlines, fashion and culture magazines, posters, and brand identities where contrast and sophistication are desirable. It can work for short paragraphs or pull quotes when size and reproduction allow the fine hairlines to remain intact, but it will shine most in larger settings.
The overall tone is polished and theatrical, combining classic bookish authority with a fashion-forward, display-oriented flair. Its steep contrast and italic momentum convey elegance and urgency at the same time, lending text a refined, high-end voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic, high-contrast serif voice with assertive italic motion—optimized to look luxurious and striking in editorial and branding contexts while preserving traditional serif cues.
In the sample text, the thin hairlines and pointed serifs become especially noticeable at smaller sizes, while the heavier stems maintain a strong, inky presence. The italic slant is consistent across cases, and rounded letters (like O/o) carry a pronounced sheen from the contrast, reinforcing a premium, print-like look.