Serif Contrasted Pese 9 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Benton Modern' by Font Bureau and 'Labernia' by Tipo Pèpel (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, branding, posters, book covers, editorial, luxury, classic, formal, dramatic, editorial tone, premium branding, display impact, classic refinement, vertical stress, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, sculpted curves, crisp joins.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick-to-thin transitions, vertical stress, and crisp, hairline finishing strokes. Serifs are fine and sharp with minimal bracketing, giving the letterforms a clean, chiseled edge. Capitals are stately and slightly narrow in feel, while the lowercase shows compact counters and a relatively even rhythm, with tall ascenders and a firm baseline. Curves in letters like C, G, S, and the numerals are smooth and sculptural, and details such as the ear on g and the sweeping tail on Q add a refined, display-forward character.
This font excels in headlines, magazine typography, branding marks, and other prominent display settings where its contrast and refined detailing can shine. It also suits book covers and section titles that benefit from a classic, premium voice, especially when given comfortable spacing.
The overall tone is elegant and authoritative, with a fashionable, editorial polish. The dramatic contrast and precise detailing convey a sense of luxury and tradition, suitable for contexts that want to feel premium and carefully crafted.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-fashion interpretation of a traditional serif: dramatic contrast, disciplined vertical structure, and precise terminals that create an upscale editorial presence.
At larger sizes the fine hairlines and sharp serif tips read especially crisp, while dense settings emphasize the strong verticals and the type’s stately cadence. The numerals match the same formal energy, with bold stems and delicate finishing strokes that keep the set cohesive.