Serif Contrasted Gono 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, branding, invitations, posters, elegant, fashion, editorial, dramatic, classic, editorial elegance, luxury branding, display emphasis, classic revival, hairline serifs, didone-like, vertical stress, refined, crisp.
A high-contrast italic serif with pronounced vertical stress and sharp, hairline serifs. Thick stems and thin connecting strokes create a crisp, sparkling texture, while the italic angle gives forms a fluid, forward motion. Counters are relatively small and apertures stay controlled, producing a polished, formal rhythm in text. Letterforms show a mix of broad curves and needle-like terminals, with a noticeably modest x-height that emphasizes ascenders and capitals.
Well-suited to headlines, pull quotes, and display typography where its contrast and italic energy can shine. It also fits premium brand identities, packaging, and formal invitations that benefit from a sophisticated, fashion-forward voice. For longer passages, it performs best in larger sizes where the delicate hairlines remain distinct.
The overall tone is luxurious and poised, with a distinctly editorial sophistication. Its dramatic contrast and sleek italics evoke fashion, classic print culture, and premium branding, leaning more expressive than neutral.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on high-contrast italic serif tradition, prioritizing elegance, tension, and a refined editorial color. Its proportions and sharp detailing suggest a focus on expressive display use and polished typographic atmosphere rather than purely functional body text neutrality.
Round letters (like O and Q) feel sculpted and high-tension, and the figures adopt similarly calligraphic, high-contrast construction that reads as refined rather than utilitarian. In running text the thin strokes can visually recede, so the design’s character comes through strongest when spacing and size allow the hairlines to stay clear.