Serif Contrasted Lereh 9 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, book covers, luxury branding, posters, elegant, editorial, refined, formal, dramatic, editorial elegance, premium branding, display impact, classic revival, hairline serifs, vertical stress, calligraphic, crisp, sculpted.
A refined serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a clear vertical stress. Hairline serifs and terminals stay sharp and clean, while main stems are sturdy, creating a crisp, high-definition rhythm. Proportions feel slightly classical with compact bowls and carefully controlled curves; capitals read stately and composed, and the lowercase keeps a balanced, readable texture with a two-storey “g” and open counters. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, with slender joins and distinctive, elegant silhouettes.
Best suited to display applications such as magazine headlines, book and album covers, posters, and upscale brand identities. It can work for short editorial passages or pull quotes where its contrast and crisp serifs have room to breathe, especially with comfortable leading and not-too-small sizes.
The overall tone is polished and formal, projecting a fashion-and-publishing sensibility. Its dramatic contrast and fine details lend a sense of luxury and seriousness, suitable for brands or content that aims to feel premium and curated.
The design appears intended as a contemporary take on classical high-contrast serifs, emphasizing elegance, precision, and strong typographic hierarchy. It prioritizes sophisticated display impact while maintaining an orderly, editorial text color when used thoughtfully.
At larger sizes the hairlines and pointed details become a defining feature, giving headings a bright, sparkling texture. In denser settings, spacing and line length will strongly influence comfort, as the thin strokes can visually recede compared to the heavy verticals.