Serif Contrasted Goro 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, branding, packaging, posters, fashion, editorial, luxury, dramatic, classic, elegance, drama, premium branding, editorial voice, expressive italics, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, calligraphic, elegant.
A high-contrast italic serif with a pronounced vertical stress and crisp hairline details. Stems alternate between bold main strokes and extremely fine connecting lines, creating a bright, sparkling texture at text sizes and a striking silhouette in display. Serifs are sharp and lightly braced, with tapered entry/exit strokes and pointed terminals that emphasize motion. Proportions lean refined and slightly condensed, with lively, calligraphic curves and a strong rightward slant; counters remain open, while joins and bowls show sculpted thinning typical of modern contrasted italics.
This face excels in display roles such as magazine headlines, fashion/editorial layouts, brand marks and wordmarks, premium packaging, and striking poster typography. It also works well for short pull quotes or titling where the high contrast and italic movement can be appreciated without sacrificing clarity.
The overall tone is polished and theatrical—suited to fashion-minded, premium communication that wants elegance with edge. Its italic energy feels expressive and cultured, evoking editorial sophistication and classic refinement rather than casual warmth.
It appears designed to deliver a modern, high-fashion italic with strong contrast and refined detailing—prioritizing elegance, motion, and a dramatic typographic color for display-forward typography.
The design’s thin hairlines and sharp details make it most compelling where printing/rendering can hold fine strokes; at smaller sizes the contrast becomes a key part of its character. Figures appear lining and similarly contrasted, matching the uppercase’s formal rhythm and reinforcing a headline-oriented voice.