Serif Contrasted Aggu 2 is a very light, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, fashion, branding, luxury, classical, dramatic, elegance, editorial voice, premium branding, modern classic, display refinement, hairline serifs, vertical stress, crisp terminals, sharp joins, calligraphic.
A refined display serif with razor-thin hairlines and pronounced thick–thin modulation. The design shows vertical stress, generous whitespace, and crisp, delicate serifs that read as sharp and minimally bracketed. Curves are smooth and taut, with pointed joins and elegant tapering in letters like S, a, and g; bowls and counters stay open, while horizontals remain notably fine. Overall proportions feel balanced and formal, with a steady rhythm in text despite the extreme delicacy of the light strokes.
Best suited to headlines, pull quotes, mastheads, and luxury branding where fine detail can be appreciated. It also performs well in magazine-style editorial typography and high-end packaging or invitations, especially when set with ample spacing and strong contrast against the background.
The font conveys a polished, upscale tone with a distinctly editorial voice. Its contrast and precision feel fashion-forward and ceremonial, pairing well with imagery-driven layouts where elegance and restraint are key. The overall impression is poised and dramatic rather than casual or utilitarian.
The design appears intended as a modern, high-fashion interpretation of the classical contrasted serif tradition, emphasizing elegance through extreme modulation and crisp finishing. It aims to deliver a premium, boutique character in display settings while preserving clear, well-proportioned letterforms.
At larger sizes the hairlines and thin crossbars become a defining feature, creating a bright, shimmering texture on the page. Numerals and capitals maintain the same high-contrast logic, lending a cohesive, boutique look to headings and figure-heavy settings.