Serif Contrasted Ibni 2 is a regular weight, narrow, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A high-contrast serif with strong vertical stems and extremely fine hairlines, giving the letterforms a sharp, sculpted profile. Serifs are delicate and precise, often reading as hairline terminals rather than heavy, bracketed feet. Curves show a vertical stress with tight joins and tapered entry/exit strokes, while counters are relatively compact, reinforcing a tall, chic rhythm. Overall spacing and proportions feel intentionally narrow and linear, producing a crisp, high-fashion texture in both caps and lowercase.
Best suited to display typography where the hairlines and contrast can be appreciated—magazine mastheads, section headers, brand marks, invitations, and large-format editorial headlines. It can also work for short pull quotes or packaging copy when set with generous size and careful tracking.
The tone is poised and dramatic, with a distinctly luxe, editorial feel. Its razor-thin details and high contrast convey sophistication and formality, leaning toward runway, magazine, and premium branding aesthetics rather than utilitarian text color.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver a contemporary Didone-like elegance: maximizing contrast and verticality for impact while keeping details clean and controlled. The overall intention reads as creating a modern, premium voice for display settings where refinement and drama are desirable.
The design relies on fine stroke details and sharp transitions; at smaller sizes or on low-resolution output those hairlines may visually soften, while at display sizes the contrast and precision become the main character. Numerals and capitals share the same sleek, vertical emphasis, helping headlines feel consistent and polished.