Serif Contrasted Mesi 1 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, book titles, fashion branding, luxury, classical, dramatic, refined, elegant display, premium tone, editorial authority, classical revival, dramatic contrast, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, vertical stress, ball terminals, crisp rhythm.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick-to-thin modulation and clear vertical stress. Serifs are fine and sharp, with crisp, clean joins and minimal bracketing, giving the outlines a sculpted, engraved feel. Capitals are tall and stately with compact interior counters, while the lowercase shows a notably small x-height and long extenders, producing an elegant, airy texture in text. Details like ball terminals (notably on the j) and the strong, tapered diagonals in letters such as V, W, and Y reinforce the font’s formal, display-oriented character.
Best suited for headlines, pull quotes, titling, and other prominent text where its contrast and hairline detailing can be appreciated. It also works well for magazine and book typography, luxury and fashion branding, and refined packaging where a classic, high-contrast serif voice is desired.
The overall tone is polished and authoritative, leaning toward classic publishing and luxury branding. Its stark contrast and delicate hairlines communicate sophistication and drama, with a distinctly traditional, high-end editorial voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a modernized take on classical high-contrast serif typography: elegant proportions, strong vertical emphasis, and delicate finishing strokes optimized for impactful display and premium editorial styling.
At larger sizes the hairlines and fine serifs read as very precise, while at tighter settings they create a lively sparkle along baselines and cap lines. Numerals match the letterforms’ contrast and sharpness, helping maintain a consistent, formal rhythm across mixed text.