Serif Contrasted Gome 9 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: magazines, headlines, posters, branding, invitations, fashion, editorial, luxury, dramatic, refined, headline impact, editorial polish, brand elegance, classic revival, hairline serifs, vertical stress, calligraphic, crisp, elegant.
A high-contrast italic serif with pronounced thick-to-thin modulation, crisp hairline terminals, and sharply cut serifs. The letterforms lean with a lively, calligraphic rhythm, pairing sturdy main stems with needle-fine connecting strokes and tapered entry/exit strokes. Curves are smooth and slightly tensioned, with confident bowls and sweeping diagonals; capitals feel stately and sculpted while lowercase forms stay brisk and fluid. Numerals and punctuation echo the same contrast and tapering, producing a bright, glossy texture in text.
Best suited to display contexts such as magazine covers, editorial headlines, brand wordmarks, and elegant promotional materials where its contrast and italic energy can shine. It can also work for short pull quotes or refined packaging type when set with comfortable spacing and sufficient size to preserve the hairline detail.
The overall tone is polished and theatrical, evoking upscale editorial typography and classic display elegance. Its sharp hairlines and energetic italic movement add a sense of sophistication and momentum, balancing refinement with a slightly flamboyant flair.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern take on classic high-contrast italic typography: glamorous, sharply finished, and attention-grabbing. Its forms prioritize elegance and visual impact over neutrality, aiming for a premium, fashion-forward voice in titles and branding.
At larger sizes the delicate hairlines read as precise and luxurious, while the bold strokes keep word shapes clear and impactful. The italic slant is consistent and expressive, and the design’s strong contrast creates a distinctly patterned, sparkling page color in longer settings.