Serif Contrasted Pule 2 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, fashion, magazines, luxury branding, posters, editorial, luxurious, dramatic, fashion-forward, classic, elegant display, editorial impact, brand prestige, italic emphasis, didone-like, hairline, crisp, refined, calligraphic.
This typeface is an italic, high-contrast serif with a distinctly calligraphic, engraved feel. Thick main strokes taper quickly into fine hairlines, producing sharp, clean transitions and a bright, shimmering texture in text. Serifs are thin and pointed with minimal bracketing, and many terminals finish in teardrop or ball-like shapes that emphasize the italic flow. Proportions read slightly expanded with lively width variation across letters, and the numerals follow the same contrast and angled rhythm.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, editorial feature titles, fashion or beauty branding, invitations, and high-impact posters. It can also work for short pull quotes or product names where the italic motion and contrast are meant to be part of the voice, rather than for dense body copy.
The overall tone is polished and theatrical—more runway and magazine than utilitarian. Its sweeping italic energy and razor-thin details suggest sophistication, formality, and a sense of dramatic emphasis, making even short phrases feel elevated and intentional.
The design appears aimed at delivering a modern, high-fashion interpretation of a classic high-contrast serif italic: elegant proportions, brilliant contrast, and expressive terminals that create instant hierarchy and flair. It prioritizes visual sophistication and emphasis, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The italic slant is consistent and assertive, with clear vertical-stress behavior and pronounced stroke modulation. Round letters (like O/Q and c/e) show delicate hairline joins that create a sparkling, high-end look at larger sizes, while the finer connections and ball terminals add a decorative edge that can become busy when set tightly or small.