Serif Contrasted Tiso 10 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, book covers, posters, classic, dramatic, luxury, formal, refinement, hierarchy, impact, elegance, high-waisted, vertical stress, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, crisp edges.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation, vertical stress, and sharp, finely cut hairline serifs. The design uses broad, assertive main strokes and crisp transitions into thin horizontals, giving capitals a stately, display-like presence while keeping lowercase relatively compact and steady. Curves are smooth and controlled, counters are moderately open, and spacing feels even but not mechanical, with clear width differences across glyphs contributing to a lively rhythm. Numerals follow the same contrast logic with elegant, narrow joins and fine terminals.
Best suited for display typography such as headlines, pull quotes, magazine titling, book covers, and poster work where its contrast and sharp serifs can be appreciated. It can also work for short blocks of text in sophisticated editorial layouts when given adequate size and leading.
The overall tone is formal and editorial, leaning toward a refined, high-end feel with a slightly theatrical punch. It reads as confident and traditional, with enough contrast and sharpness to feel contemporary in headlines and branding.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern interpretation of high-contrast, vertically stressed serif letterforms—prioritizing elegance, hierarchy, and a polished editorial voice. Its broad proportions and crisp hairlines suggest an emphasis on presence and refinement in prominent typographic roles.
Large sizes emphasize the sculpted serifs and hairline horizontals, while smaller sizes may require careful tracking and line spacing to preserve clarity in the thinnest details. The mix of sturdy stems and delicate cross-strokes creates strong hierarchy and a distinctive shimmer in text settings.