Serif Contrasted Rihi 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, posters, branding, packaging, fashion, editorial, luxury, dramatic, refined, elegance, impact, editorial tone, premium branding, classic revival, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, calligraphic, elegant.
This typeface is a high-contrast italic serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a clear vertical stress. Hairline serifs and razor-thin entry/exit strokes sit against broad main strokes, creating a crisp, glossy texture. The italic construction is moderately steep and distinctly calligraphic, with pointed terminals, tapered joins, and lively curves; counters are relatively open, while some characters show narrow pinch points where thin strokes meet. Uppercase forms read stately and sculpted, while the lowercase adds more movement through sweeping shoulders, hooked terminals, and brisk diagonals; figures follow the same contrast logic with delicate hairlines and bold stems.
It is well suited to headlines, magazine spreads, and large-scale typography where its hairline details and sculpted contrast can be appreciated. It can also support branding and packaging that aims for a premium, fashion or beauty-adjacent voice, especially in short text or carefully spaced settings.
The overall tone is polished and high-end, with a dramatic, fashion-led presence. Its sharp hairlines and flowing italics convey refinement and confidence, leaning toward editorial sophistication rather than casual warmth.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on classic high-contrast italic serifs, prioritizing elegance, motion, and visual sparkle. Its construction emphasizes striking thick–thin relationships and sharp finishing details to create a confident display texture.
In text, the strong contrast produces a sparkling rhythm, with thin strokes receding and heavy strokes anchoring lines. The italic shapes create forward momentum, and the narrower points in letters like the lowercase r/s and the curving terminals emphasize a decorative, display-oriented character even when set in longer phrases.