Serif Contrasted Nina 9 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, fashion, luxury branding, posters, editorial, luxury, dramatic, refined, display elegance, editorial impact, luxury tone, high-contrast drama, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, crisp, elegant.
A high-contrast serif with strong vertical stems and extremely thin hairlines, producing a crisp, sparkling texture in display sizes. Serifs are fine and pointed with minimal bracketing, and many joins resolve into sharp wedge-like terminals. Curves are smooth and taut, with a pronounced vertical stress and narrow interior apertures that heighten the dramatic thick–thin rhythm. Uppercase forms feel stately and structured, while the lowercase stays compact and tidy with delicate, needle-like finishing strokes; numerals follow the same sharp, high-contrast logic.
Best suited for headlines, magazine layouts, and other editorial typography where contrast and detail are meant to be seen. It also works well for luxury branding, invitations, and posters that benefit from a refined, high-impact serif voice. For longer passages, it will perform most comfortably when given enough size and spacing to preserve the delicate hairlines.
The overall tone is polished and high-end, with a distinctly editorial voice. Its dramatic contrast and razor-fine details suggest sophistication and a slightly theatrical presence, suited to luxurious, image-forward typography.
Designed to deliver an elegant, high-contrast serif look with maximum visual drama and precision. The intent appears focused on sophisticated display typography—creating sharp, memorable word shapes and a premium feel through extreme thick–thin modulation and fine, pointed detailing.
In continuous text, the strong contrast creates pronounced rhythm and emphasis, with hairlines and thin serifs becoming a defining texture. The font’s sharp terminals and tight apertures can read as intentionally stylish and authoritative, especially at larger sizes or with generous spacing.