Meso

The serif counterpart to humanist sans Ceno, Meso is based on the same ‘Essential Form’ of Edward Johnston’s Underground lettering, but with added wedge-shaped serifs that dramatically ramp up in scale and expression in ascending weights. Inspired by Percy Delf Smith’s serif update of Johnston’s design, and experimental serifs of the 1970s, Meso’s personality transitions from highly genteel in lighter weights, to a punchy and playful heavier end. With its uniquely low contrast, Meso excels as both a display and text face, aided by a wealth of of 16 styles, including italics at a dramatic angle of 18 degrees.