Serif Contrasted Able 2 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, luxury branding, headlines, invitations, elegant, fashion, refined, dramatic, luxury tone, editorial display, classical refinement, high drama, hairline, vertical stress, crisp, precise, airy.
This typeface is a high-contrast serif with a pronounced thick–thin rhythm and crisp, unbracketed serifs that read as sharp and finely cut. Vertical stems carry most of the weight while horizontals and joins taper to delicate hairlines, producing a bright, airy texture at text sizes and a striking, sculptural presence in display. Proportions are generally classical with moderate letter widths, generous counters, and smooth, oval curves (notably in O/Q), while terminals tend toward pointed or tapered finishes. The lowercase shows a compact, book-like silhouette with a single-storey g and narrow, well-controlled apertures; numerals follow the same contrast logic with elegant curves and thin cross-strokes.
Well-suited to magazine typography, book or journal display, and brand systems that want a luxurious, polished voice. It performs especially well in headlines, pull quotes, and large-format settings where the hairline detailing can be appreciated, and it can also serve refined short-form text such as invitations or packaging copy when set with comfortable spacing.
The overall tone is polished and high-end, with a distinctly editorial and fashion-forward character. Its sharp hairlines and poised contrast convey sophistication and a sense of ceremony, leaning more toward luxury and refinement than warmth or rusticity.
The font appears designed to deliver a classic serif voice with heightened contrast for a contemporary, premium feel. Its controlled proportions and razor-fine detailing suggest an intention to balance traditional letterforms with a more dramatic, modern editorial finish.
The design’s delicate horizontals and thin serifs create strong sparkle and separation between strokes, especially in combinations like V/W/Y and in punctuation. In the sample text, the font maintains an even rhythm and clear word shapes, while the most dramatic moments appear in large capitals and curving forms where the contrast is most pronounced.