Serif Contrasted Viha 2 is a bold, very wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Diotima Classic' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, branding, posters, formal, dramatic, classic, authoritative, display impact, editorial elegance, premium tone, classic refinement, didone-like, vertical stress, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, crisp.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced vertical stress and crisp, hairline serifs. The design balances hefty main stems against very thin cross-strokes and connecting hairlines, creating a striking light–dark rhythm in both uppercase and lowercase. Serifs are fine and sharply finished with little visible bracketing, and curves resolve into tapered, knife-like terminals. Proportions feel expansive and steady, with generous widths and clear counters that keep the dense weight from clogging at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, pull quotes, magazine titles, and brand marks where its contrast and sharp serif detailing can be appreciated. It can also work for short blocks of text in high-quality settings, especially when generous sizes and spacing preserve the hairlines and maintain legibility.
The overall tone is elegant and assertive, with a dramatic, fashion/editorial flavor. Its stark contrast and refined detailing read as premium and traditional, lending an impression of authority and ceremony rather than casual friendliness.
The design appears intended as a modern, high-fashion serif that emphasizes elegance through extreme contrast and precise finishing. Its wide stance and strong verticals suggest a focus on commanding display presence while retaining classical serif conventions.
In the sample text, the strong contrast produces a distinctive sparkle across lines, with hairlines becoming a key part of the texture. Numerals appear similarly contrasted and formal, supporting consistent typographic color in mixed text settings, though the most refined details will benefit from adequate size and printing/screen clarity.