Serif Contrasted Tigi 2 is a very bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Poster Bodoni' and 'Poster Bodoni WGL' by Bitstream, 'Poster' by Extratype, 'Bodoni Poster' by Linotype, 'Bodoni SB' and 'Bodoni SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Poster Bodoni' by Tilde, 'Bodoni' by URW Type Foundry, and 'Bodoni Ultra' by Wooden Type Fonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, magazines, packaging, branding, editorial, dramatic, luxury, classic, theatrical, display impact, editorial tone, classic revival, luxury branding, dramatic contrast, vertical stress, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, tight apertures, teardrop joins.
A compact, display-oriented serif with pronounced vertical stress and extreme thick–thin modulation. Stems are heavy and blocky while the connecting strokes and serifs drop to fine hairlines, creating a crisp, high-contrast rhythm. Serifs are sharp and lightly bracketed to unbracketed in feel, with pointed beaks and delicate hooks that show up clearly in letters like J, S, and y. Counters tend to be small and tightly shaped, and the overall spacing reads dense and emphatic, especially in the sample text.
Best suited to large sizes where the hairlines can be appreciated—headlines, magazine mastheads, book covers, posters, and branding or packaging that needs a classic yet striking serif presence. In dense paragraphs or small sizes, the tight counters and fine details may require generous size and careful reproduction to maintain clarity.
The font projects a bold editorial voice with a refined, high-fashion edge. Its sharp hairlines and dramatic modulation add a sense of luxury and spectacle, while the sturdy main strokes keep it assertive and attention-grabbing.
The design appears intended as a statement serif that amplifies contrast and verticality for impact, borrowing from classic high-contrast display traditions while emphasizing weight and presence. It aims to deliver a luxurious, editorial tone with crisp detailing for prominent typography.
Round forms show slightly calligraphic construction, with tapered joints and occasional teardrop-like terminals that heighten the contrast. Numerals follow the same display logic, with strong weight in the main strokes and thin connecting curves, producing a punchy, poster-ready line of figures.