Serif Contrasted Lune 9 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, invitations, headlines, elegant, classical, literary, refined, dramatic, classic revival, refined text, editorial tone, expressive details, hairline serifs, vertical stress, calligraphic, delicate, crisp.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced vertical stress, combining sturdy main stems with very thin hairlines and tapered, sharp serifs. The letterforms show slightly calligraphic modeling: terminals often end in fine hooks or small flicks, and curves transition quickly from thick to thin. Proportions lean narrow and tall in the capitals, while the lowercase is compact with a relatively low x-height and generous ascenders/descenders, giving lines a lively rhythm. Spacing appears moderately open, with crisp counters and a clean, print-like texture at text sizes.
Well-suited to editorial design, book typography, and magazine layouts where high contrast and a classic serif voice are desirable. It can also serve effectively for refined headlines, pull quotes, and invitations, especially when paired with ample leading and thoughtful tracking to preserve its delicate hairlines.
The overall tone is elegant and literary, with a distinctly classical feel and a touch of theatrical flair from its sharp contrast and expressive terminals. It reads as refined and formal, evoking editorial typography and traditional book culture rather than utilitarian UI styling.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional, high-contrast reading experience with a refined, old-style sensibility, while adding subtle calligraphic character through tapered serifs and expressive terminals. It prioritizes elegance and typographic color over neutrality.
Several glyphs feature distinctive hooked or curled terminals (notably in letters like J, Q, y, and g), adding personality without becoming ornamental. Numerals follow the same contrast and serif logic, keeping the set cohesive in mixed alphanumeric settings.