Serif Contrasted Ullo 2 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Didonesque Stencil' by Monotype and 'Parmesan Revolution' by RM&WD (names referenced only for comparison).
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A high-contrast serif with strong vertical stress, combining thick, smooth main strokes with extremely fine hairlines. Serifs are sharp and minimally bracketed, often reading as crisp wedge-like or knife-edge terminals. Curves are generous and polished (notably in round letters), while joins and spurs stay tight and precise, producing a clean, upscale rhythm. Proportions lean broad in the caps with confident widths, and the lowercase maintains a steady, classic book-face structure with a relatively moderate x-height and clear counters; numerals echo the same contrast and elegance.
Best suited for display typography where contrast and refinement can be appreciated: magazine mastheads and headlines, fashion and beauty branding, luxury packaging, and striking poster titles. It can also work for short pull quotes or deck heads when set with ample size and spacing.
The tone is poised and high-end, with a distinctly editorial and runway sensibility. Its extreme contrast and crisp detailing create a dramatic, glamorous voice that feels formal, modern-classic, and attention-grabbing without becoming ornamental.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern Didone-like elegance: pronounced contrast, crisp serifs, and a glossy, editorial presence. The overall construction prioritizes sophistication and visual impact, aiming for a premium look in large-scale typography.
The hairline elements are exceptionally thin, so the texture shifts noticeably between bold verticals and whisper-light horizontals and diagonals. At larger sizes the fine detailing reads as elegant and precise; at smaller sizes the hairlines may become visually delicate compared to the dominant stems.