Serif Contrasted Woji 2 is a bold, very wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, packaging, book covers, formal, dramatic, authoritative, classic, editorial impact, formal tone, headline presence, classic refinement, hairline serifs, vertical stress, crisp, sculpted, display.
This typeface presents a strongly contrasted serif structure with pronounced thick-to-thin transitions and a clear vertical emphasis. The proportions read broad and open, with generous horizontal stance and compact internal counters in letters like B, P, and a. Serifs are sharp and finely tapered, often resolving into hairline terminals that give the forms a crisp, engraved edge. Curves are smoothly modeled and ball-like in places (notably in g and j), while straight strokes remain firm and even, producing a steady baseline rhythm and a distinctly “set” texture at large sizes.
This font is well suited to headlines, deck copy, and large-scale editorial typography where contrast and presence are desired. It can work effectively on posters, packaging, and book covers that call for a classic, assertive serif with polished detail. In longer passages, it will be most comfortable at larger text sizes or with ample leading to accommodate the fine hairlines.
The overall tone is formal and editorial, with a dramatic, high-end feel that suggests authority and refinement. Its sharp hairlines and sculpted joins add a slightly theatrical edge, making the voice feel emphatic and ceremonial rather than casual. The wide stance contributes to a confident, headline-forward presence.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic, high-contrast serif voice with broad proportions and crisp finishing, prioritizing impact and elegance in display and editorial contexts. Its consistent vertical emphasis and sharp serif treatment suggest a focus on refined, attention-grabbing typography for prominent settings.
In text lines, the high contrast and fine serifs create pronounced sparkle, especially around diagonals (V, W, X, Y) and the sharp apexes of A and V. Numerals are similarly weighty and sculpted, with clear stroke contrast and strong silhouettes that read well in display settings.