Serif Contrasted Wahe 2 is a regular weight, very wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, fashion, posters, elegant, formal, classic, luxury tone, display impact, editorial voice, refined contrast, didone-like, hairline serifs, vertical stress, crisp, sharp.
This typeface is a high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a predominantly vertical stress. Serifs are fine and sharp, with a clean, crisp join and little visible bracketing, producing a refined, engraved-like edge at display sizes. Capitals are wide and stately with generous internal space, while lowercase forms keep a relatively traditional rhythm with compact counters and distinctly tapered terminals. Curves (notably in C, G, O, Q, and the numerals) show strong contrast and smooth, controlled transitions into hairline strokes, giving the overall texture a bright, high-end look.
It suits large-scale typography such as magazine headlines, pull quotes, fashion branding, and poster titles where the contrast and fine serifs can be appreciated. It will be especially effective in layouts with ample whitespace and high-quality reproduction, where delicate hairlines remain clear.
The tone reads polished and aspirational, with a strong association to luxury publishing and classic sophistication. Its dramatic contrast and crisp detailing convey formality and authority, while the wide proportions add a sense of grandeur and poise.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-fashion serif voice: wide, confident letterforms paired with dramatic contrast and razor-fine detailing. The goal seems to be strong visual impact in display contexts while retaining a classical, editorial serif structure.
In the sample text, the light hairlines and sharp serifs create a sparkling texture and pronounced rhythm, especially in mixed-case settings. The figures follow the same contrast-driven construction, and the overall spacing feels display-oriented, emphasizing shape and silhouette over dense text color.