Serif Contrasted Tiwa 2 is a very bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Poster Bodoni' and 'Poster Bodoni WGL' by Bitstream, 'EF Bodoni No 2' by Elsner+Flake, 'Bodoni Poster' by Linotype, 'Monotype Bodoni' by Monotype, 'Bodoni SB' and 'Bodoni SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Poster Bodoni' by Tilde, and 'Bodoni No. 2' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, magazine, book covers, branding, editorial, formal, dramatic, classic, luxurious, display impact, premium tone, editorial voice, classic revival, attention grab, vertical stress, hairline serifs, deep notches, tight apertures, crisp edges.
A punchy high-contrast serif with strong vertical stems and sharply cut hairline serifs. The forms lean on rounded, almost teardrop-like terminals and pronounced notches at joins, creating a sculpted, engraved feel. Counters tend to be compact and apertures are relatively tight, which increases density and gives words a dark, authoritative texture. Curves are smooth but decisive, with crisp entry/exit strokes and a consistent vertical stress across rounds.
Best suited to headlines, cover lines, and editorial display settings where its contrast and sculpted detailing can be appreciated. It can work well for branding in fashion, culture, or premium products, and for short passages in print-like compositions when set with generous size and spacing.
The overall tone is assertive and refined, combining classic bookish cues with theatrical contrast. It reads as prestigious and attention-grabbing rather than casual, with a slightly vintage, display-forward personality.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic, high-contrast serif voice with maximum impact—pairing traditional vertical-stress construction with bold weight and distinctive cut-in joins for a dramatic display presence.
In the sample text, the heavy mass and narrow internal spaces make it most comfortable at larger sizes, where the hairlines and sharp serifs can separate cleanly. Numerals show the same high-contrast construction and decorative curvature, helping them hold their own in headlines and short callouts.