Serif Contrasted Sipo 2 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Golden State Serif' by Mans Greback (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, luxury, dramatic, fashion, classic, display elegance, editorial impact, brand prestige, italic emphasis, didone, hairline serifs, vertical stress, calligraphic, sharp terminals.
A slanted, high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a clear vertical stress. Serifs are sharp and hairline, often appearing as fine wedges or crisp beaks, with minimal bracketing and a glossy, cut-from-metal feel. Uppercase forms are tall and assertive, while lowercase shows lively, calligraphic shaping—especially in the a, g, j, and y—with tapered joins and occasional sweeping entry strokes. Numerals echo the same contrast and italic momentum, combining sturdy main strokes with delicate, refined hairlines.
Best suited to display settings such as magazine headlines, fashion and culture editorial layouts, posters, and premium brand marks where contrast and elegance are assets. It can also work for short pull quotes or chapter openers, especially when paired with a calmer text face for longer reading.
The overall tone is elegant and theatrical, balancing refinement with a confident, attention-grabbing presence. Its crisp hairlines and dramatic rhythm evoke fashion publishing and premium branding, while the italic angle adds urgency and sophistication.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-fashion interpretation of classical high-contrast serifs, emphasizing sparkle, sharpness, and a strong italic gesture for commanding display typography.
In text, the contrast creates a vivid stripe pattern: heavy downstrokes dominate, while hairlines and serifs stay extremely fine, giving a sparkling texture at display sizes. Wide capitals (notably M and W) and compact counters in letters like e and a contribute to a punchy, editorial color, and the swash-like cues in several lowercase letters add a stylish, slightly flamboyant character.