Serif Contrasted Lelim 10 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, branding, pull quotes, elegant, formal, literary, fashion-forward, authoritative, luxury, display, classic, crisp, refined, classical, bookish.
The design is a serif with pronounced stroke contrast and a predominantly vertical emphasis, pairing thick stems with very fine hairlines. Serifs are crisp and clean with minimal bracketing, and terminals tend toward sharp, tapered finishes. Proportions are relatively compact, with tall capitals and a steady, bookish lowercase; counters are tight but clear, and the overall texture is bright and elegant on the page.
It suits magazine and newspaper-style headlines, pull quotes, book covers, and cultural or arts branding where an elegant serif voice is desired. It can also work for short passages in higher-quality print or larger sizes, such as introductions, captions, and deck text, where its contrast and crisp serifs remain legible.
This typeface projects a polished, editorial tone with a distinctly classical, high-fashion feel. Its sharp hairlines and poised proportions read as refined and formal, while the crisp rhythm lends an authoritative, literary voice.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver a sophisticated, traditional voice with a contemporary sharpness, using strong contrast and precise detailing to create a premium impression. It seems intended to excel when typography needs to feel cultured and elevated, especially at sizes where the fine hairlines can be appreciated.
The sample text shows a lively, high-contrast line texture with noticeable sparkle from the hairlines, and the numerals share the same refined contrast and vertical poise as the letters. Lowercase details like the two-storey forms and the crisp serifs contribute to a traditional, print-oriented feel.