Serif Contrasted Syva 2 is a very bold, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, mastheads, posters, branding, packaging, dramatic, luxurious, editorial, theatrical, vintage, attention grabbing, premium feel, editorial voice, logo styling, dramatic emphasis, swashy, crisp, sculpted, brash, calligraphic.
A highly contrasted italic serif with sculpted, calligraphic forms and a pronounced diagonal slant. Thick main strokes dominate while hairlines and joins taper sharply, creating crisp sparkle in counters and along curves. Serifs are sharp and directional with minimal bracketing, and several letters show swash-like terminals and beak shapes that add motion. The overall rhythm is expansive and display-forward, with irregular, characterful widths across the set and strong internal contrast that stays consistent from capitals through figures.
Best suited to headlines, magazine-style editorial titles, posters, and brand marks where high contrast and italic motion can be appreciated at larger sizes. It also fits packaging and campaign graphics that call for a premium, expressive serif with strong personality rather than quiet body-text neutrality.
The font projects a bold, dramatic elegance—part fashion masthead, part vintage showcard. Its swooping terminals and high-contrast shimmer feel theatrical and attention-seeking, with a confident, slightly flamboyant tone that reads as premium and headline-oriented.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact through contrast and italic momentum, combining classic serif refinement with decorative, swash-inflected details. It prioritizes recognizable silhouettes and striking word shapes for display typography and brand-led applications.
Distinctive gestures stand out in letters like the swashy lowercase (notably g, y, z) and the expressive capitals, giving the design a customized, logo-ready flavor. Numerals match the italic energy and maintain the same sharp contrast, helping headlines and short bursts of text feel cohesive.