Serif Contrasted Meki 7 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, fashion, branding, posters, editorial, luxury, classical, dramatic, elegance, drama, editorial voice, brand distinction, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, ball terminals, sculpted curves.
This serif shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with vertical stress and crisp, hairline serifs. Stems are sturdy and straight, while bowls and shoulders are tightly sculpted, creating a refined, high-contrast rhythm. Terminals are frequently finished with teardrop/ball forms (notably on letters like a, c, f, j, and y), and the joins stay clean with little visible bracketing. Proportions vary noticeably across glyphs—round letters feel generous while narrow forms (like I and l) read as slender—giving the set a lively, editorial texture in both caps and lowercase.
Best suited for display typography where its hairline detailing and contrast can be appreciated: magazine headlines, fashion and luxury branding, poster titles, and elegant packaging. It can also work for short pull quotes or deck copy when set with comfortable size and spacing to preserve its fine strokes.
The overall tone is polished and high-end, with a distinctly editorial sophistication. Its sharp hairlines and dramatic contrast project confidence and elegance, while the ball terminals add a slightly playful, decorative accent that keeps the voice from feeling austere.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on classical high-contrast serif lettering—prioritizing elegance, sharpness, and visual drama in prominent settings. The ball terminals and sculpted curves suggest an emphasis on distinctive personality for editorial and brand-forward typography.
In the sample text, the design holds a strong vertical rhythm and striking word shapes, especially in mixed-case settings. The thinnest strokes and serifs become a defining feature at display sizes, where the delicate detailing and terminal shapes read most clearly.