Serif Contrasted Pefa 2 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gambado' by Shinntype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, book covers, branding, elegant, classic, refined, dramatic, editorial impact, luxury tone, classic revival, display clarity, dramatic contrast, hairline, vertical stress, sharp serifs, sculpted, crisp.
A high-contrast serif with strong vertical stress and crisp, knife-like serifs. Thick main stems pair with extremely fine hairlines, creating a bright, sparkling texture in text. The serifs are sharp and largely unbracketed, and many joins and terminals resolve into tapered points, giving the outlines a chiseled, calligraphic finish. Proportions run slightly wide with roomy bowls and clear counters; spacing looks open, supporting clarity even with the delicate connecting strokes. Numerals and capitals follow the same dramatic stroke modulation, with distinctive, stylized curves in figures like 2 and 3.
Best suited to headlines, pull quotes, and editorial typography where high contrast can be showcased. It also fits book covers, cultural branding, and premium packaging or identity work that benefits from a refined serif voice. For longer reading, it will perform most confidently at comfortable sizes and in print-leaning contexts where fine hairlines are preserved.
The overall tone is formal and polished, with a fashionable, magazine-like sophistication. Its pronounced contrast and sharp finishing details add drama and a sense of luxury, leaning more toward display refinement than utilitarian plainness.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-fashion take on a classic serif structure, prioritizing elegance and visual contrast. Its sharp serifs, vertical emphasis, and bright hairline detailing suggest a focus on impactful display and editorial presence rather than purely neutral text setting.
In the text sample, the hairlines become a defining feature: they add elegance but can feel fragile at small sizes or in low-resolution reproduction. The design’s sharp terminals and pointed vertices contribute to a crisp rhythm, while the open shapes help maintain legibility in larger paragraphs.