Serif Contrasted Kute 2 is a very light, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, fashion, headlines, luxury branding, posters, elegant, refined, classic, luxury, editorial tone, display impact, classical revival, modern refinement, hairline, didone, vertical stress, sharp serifs, crisp.
A delicate serif with extremely thin hairlines set against more substantial vertical stems, producing a crisp, high-definition rhythm. Serifs are sharp and finely tapered, with minimal bracketing and a predominantly vertical stress visible in round letters. Proportions feel classical and measured: capitals are stately with generous counters, while lowercase forms keep a moderate x-height and narrow joins that emphasize contrast. Numerals follow the same refined logic, with thin terminals and graceful curves that read best when given space.
Best suited to display applications such as magazine headlines, fashion and beauty identities, luxury packaging, and high-end posters where the fine hairlines can stay crisp. It can also work for pull quotes and section titles in print or high-resolution digital layouts when spacing and size allow the contrast to remain clear.
The overall tone is polished and luxurious, projecting an editorial, fashion-forward sensibility. Its stark contrast and precise detailing convey formality and sophistication rather than warmth or neutrality.
The font appears designed to deliver a modern take on classic high-contrast serif letterforms, prioritizing elegance, sharp detail, and a premium editorial presence. Its structure favors impact and sophistication in display typography over utilitarian text endurance.
The design’s fine horizontals and hairline serifs create a sparkling texture at larger sizes, while tighter settings and small sizes may accentuate the fragility of thin strokes. The uppercase set feels particularly commanding, and the italic-like motion is minimal, keeping the voice composed and poised.