Serif Contrasted Leman 10 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: magazines, book text, headlines, branding, invitations, editorial, elegant, classical, formal, literary, editorial tone, classic refinement, luxury feel, authoritative text, crisp, refined, bookish, calligraphic, delicate.
A refined serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation, vertical stress, and very fine hairlines that stay crisp in larger sizes. Serifs are small and sharp with minimal bracketing, giving strokes a clean, chiseled finish rather than a soft, calligraphic join. Proportions are traditional and slightly condensed in feel, with ample sidebearings and a measured rhythm that keeps text color even despite the strong contrast. Uppercase forms are stately and controlled, while the lowercase shows a compact, readable build with clear entry/exit terminals and tidy bowls.
Well-suited to editorial design, book typography, and magazine layouts where a classic, high-contrast serif is expected. It also works effectively for headlines, pull quotes, and refined brand touchpoints such as packaging or invitations, especially at sizes that preserve the thin strokes.
The overall tone is polished and literary, evoking classic publishing and cultural institutions. Its high-contrast sparkle and precise serifing lend an upscale, fashion-adjacent elegance, while the conservative structure keeps it grounded and authoritative.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, print-oriented take on classic contrasted serif tradition: crisp, elegant shapes with strong vertical emphasis and controlled proportions for composed, authoritative typography.
The numerals follow the same refined contrast with narrow joins and tapered terminals, complementing text settings without looking overly decorative. The typeface reads best where its hairlines can remain intact, as the design relies on delicate details for its character.