Serif Contrasted Gohy 11 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book display, headlines, invitations, elegant, refined, classic, formal, classic refinement, editorial voice, formal emphasis, luxury tone, display clarity, hairline serifs, vertical stress, calligraphic, crisp, sharp.
This typeface is a high-contrast italic serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a clear vertical stress. Serifs are fine and sharp, with a crisp, engraved feel rather than heavy bracketing. The italics show a steady forward slant and calligraphic influence: entry and exit strokes taper cleanly, counters stay relatively open, and curves are drawn with smooth, confident turns. Proportions read as moderately wide overall, with a normal x-height and lively rhythm; capitals are statuesque and slightly narrower than the more flowing, broader lowercase.
It suits editorial typography where elegance and emphasis are desired, such as magazine features, book titles, pull quotes, and culture or fashion-related headlines. It can also work well for formal materials like invitations and announcements, where the italic stance and high contrast contribute to a premium, traditional feel.
The overall tone is polished and literary, projecting sophistication and tradition. Its sharp hairlines and poised italics add a sense of ceremony and precision, giving text a distinctly editorial, high-end voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic, high-contrast italic voice for sophisticated typography, balancing sharp detailing with readable counters and smooth, calligraphic movement. It aims to provide a luxurious display texture while remaining coherent and consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures.
In the sample text, the contrast creates strong sparkle and a dynamic texture, especially where hairlines meet at joins and terminals. Numerals appear similarly contrasted and italicized, matching the text color and maintaining a consistent, refined cadence in running settings.