Serif Other Ipsu 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, branding, posters, packaging, fashion, editorial, luxury, dramatic, refined, editorial impact, luxury branding, signature terminals, modern elegance, high-contrast, hairline serifs, sculpted, calligraphic, sharp.
A high-contrast serif with razor-thin hairlines and dense, ink-trap-free thick strokes that create a crisp, glossy rhythm. Serifs are fine and pointed, with frequent teardrop/ball-like terminals that add a sculptural, slightly ornamental finish. Curves are tight and polished, counters are clean, and joins often taper into needle-like connections, producing a distinctly “Didone-adjacent” silhouette with decorative terminal behavior. Numerals and capitals feel display-oriented, with dramatic stroke contrast and elegant vertical emphasis.
Best suited to display typography such as magazine headlines, fashion and beauty branding, campaign art, and premium packaging where the sharp contrast and fine terminals can be appreciated. It can work for short pulls and subheads in editorial layouts, especially when given generous size and spacing to preserve its delicate details.
The font reads as fashion-forward and editorial, projecting luxury and drama through its stark contrast and refined detailing. The teardrop terminals introduce a hint of theatricality—more couture than bookish—while remaining controlled and sophisticated. Overall it conveys a premium, statement-making tone suited to high-end branding.
The design appears intended to reinterpret a modern high-contrast serif for contemporary display use, adding distinctive teardrop terminals and sharpened joins to increase personality without sacrificing elegance. Its proportions and detailing suggest a focus on impact in titles and brand marks rather than long-form text.
In the sample text, the extreme contrast and delicate hairlines make the texture lively at larger sizes, while small sizes would likely emphasize the thin features and sharp joins. The ball/teardrop terminals are a defining motif across many letters, giving the design a distinctive signature beyond a conventional modern serif.