Serif Contrasted Ilhy 2 is a light, very wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, branding, packaging, posters, editorial, luxury, fashion, refined, dramatic, editorial display, premium branding, high-contrast elegance, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp joins, crisp terminals, elegant curves.
This serif displays a strongly modulated stroke structure with prominent verticals, extremely fine hairlines, and crisp, unbracketed serifs. The letterforms are generously proportioned with ample lateral space and a composed, upright stance, giving the design an airy, high-end rhythm in text. Curves are smooth and controlled, while joins and terminals often resolve into needle-like points that emphasize precision. Numerals and capitals echo the same contrast and clean finishing, producing a polished, display-forward texture even at moderate sizes.
Best suited to headlines, magazine settings, and brand-led typography where elegance and contrast are central to the visual identity. It works well for fashion, beauty, luxury packaging, and high-impact posters, and can also serve for short editorial subheads when size and printing/screen conditions preserve the hairlines.
The overall tone is poised and sophisticated, with a sharp, contemporary refinement that reads as premium and editorial. Its dramatic contrast and delicate detailing convey a sense of exclusivity and formality without becoming ornamental.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-contrast serif voice with crisp finishing and spacious proportions, prioritizing sophistication and visual drama for display and editorial use.
In the sample text, the thin horizontals and hairline serifs create a bright, sparkling surface that rewards larger sizes and good reproduction. The wide set and open counters keep lines feeling spacious, while the extreme contrast introduces a distinctive, fashion-led character.