Serif Contrasted Wasu 10 is a regular weight, very wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, book covers, invitations, branding, elegant, editorial, formal, classic, dramatic, luxury tone, editorial voice, display refinement, classic revival, didone-like, vertical stress, hairline serifs, crisp, high-contrast.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced vertical stress, sharp hairline connections, and crisp, finely cut serifs. The overall texture is bright and delicate, with thin horizontals and joins set against strong verticals, producing a distinctly dressy rhythm in text. Proportions lean expansive in the capitals, while the lowercase keeps a balanced, readable structure; round letters are smooth and open, and counters are generous. Terminals and serifs are clean and mostly unbracketed, giving the outlines a precise, engraved feel that stays consistent from display sizes down through paragraph settings shown in the sample.
This design excels in editorial headlines, magazine display typography, and refined branding where a luxurious, high-contrast voice is desired. It also suits book covers and formal print pieces such as invitations or event programs, particularly when set large enough to preserve the hairline detail.
The font projects a poised, high-end tone—polished, authoritative, and slightly theatrical. Its sparkle and contrast evoke fashion and culture publishing, formal invitations, and classic bookish refinement rather than casual utility.
The letterforms suggest an intention to deliver a modern, high-fashion serif voice with classic roots, emphasizing verticality, sharp finish, and a luminous text color. The design appears tuned for display and editorial settings where elegance and contrast are central to the typographic message.
In the samples, the thin strokes and hairlines create a shimmering page color and reward generous sizes and comfortable leading. Numerals and capitals carry a stately presence, and the overall rhythm favors elegant headline settings where the contrast can remain crisp and intentional.