Serif Normal Pelen 7 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Blacklist' by Great Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, branding, posters, luxury, dramatic, classic, fashion, impact, refinement, editorial voice, premium branding, headline clarity, high-contrast, sharp serifs, bracketed, sculpted, calligraphic.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin transitions, sharp wedge-like serifs, and crisp, slightly calligraphic curves. Uppercase forms feel broad and steady, with strong vertical stress and clean, tapered terminals that keep counters open despite the heavy strokes. Lowercase shows a compact, editorial rhythm: rounded bowls with tight apertures, a sturdy, bracketed feel at joins, and distinct, energetic details (notably in the a, g, and y) that add bite without becoming ornamental. Numerals match the overall contrast and solidity, with clear silhouettes intended to hold up at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, decks, pull quotes, and other display-forward editorial applications where contrast and weight create impact. It also fits premium branding, fashion/beauty packaging, and posters that benefit from a refined yet forceful serif voice.
The overall tone is confident and upscale, mixing classic book-serif authority with fashion-forward drama. It reads as polished and assertive, suited to headings that need presence and a sense of refinement rather than neutrality.
The design appears intended as a contemporary display serif that leverages extreme contrast and sharp finishing to deliver a luxurious, editorial character while staying legible and structured in headline and short-paragraph use.
The texture in paragraph-like setting is dense and emphatic, with strong verticals and bright highlight strokes creating a lively shimmer. Pointed joins and tapered ends give lines a slightly incisive edge, while generous counters help maintain clarity in large text blocks.