Serif Contrasted Yegi 2 is a very bold, very wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, mastheads, book covers, branding, editorial, classic, authoritative, dramatic, formal, impact, heritage, drama, editorial tone, display emphasis, vertical stress, hairline joins, crisp serifs, ball terminals, ink traps.
This typeface presents a compact, weighty serif voice built around strong verticals and sharply thinned connecting strokes. Serifs are crisp and relatively unbracketed, with pronounced wedge-like feet and head serifs that create a firm horizontal rhythm. Counters are tight and the internal joins often pinch into hairline bridges, producing a distinctly engraved, high-contrast texture. Curved forms show subtle vertical stress, and several letters use rounded, ball-like terminals (notably in the lowercase), adding a touch of oldstyle character within an otherwise stout, display-oriented build.
Best suited to headlines, mastheads, posters, and cover typography where high contrast and strong serif structure can be appreciated at size. It can also serve as a bold branding or packaging face when used with ample spacing to preserve clarity.
The overall tone is bold and assertive, with a classic, editorial sensibility. Its dramatic contrast and compact counters give it a slightly historic, print-forward feel—confident, formal, and attention-grabbing rather than casual or utilitarian.
The design appears intended to deliver a commanding, traditional serif look with heightened contrast and an engraved-like sharpness. Its sturdy stance and decorative thinning suggest a focus on display impact and editorial gravitas over extended small-size reading.
In text, the weight and tight apertures create a dense color that reads best with generous tracking and leading. The combination of heavy stems and extremely thin interior links can make small sizes feel busy, while larger sizes emphasize the distinctive pinched joins and crisp serif rhythm.