Serif Contrasted Nili 3 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'New Bodoni DT' by DTP Types, 'Chamberí' by Extratype, 'Escrow' by Font Bureau, 'Bodoni' and 'Bodoni PT' by ParaType, and 'Scotch' by Positype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, branding, packaging, luxury, formal, classical, dramatic, elegant display, premium tone, editorial clarity, classic revival, didone-like, vertical stress, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, crisp joins.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced vertical stress, featuring thick main stems paired with very fine hairlines. Serifs are sharp and delicate, with minimal bracketing and a clean, chiseled finish at terminals. Proportions lean refined and slightly condensed in places, while counters stay open and crisp; the overall rhythm alternates strongly between heavy and hairline strokes. Round letters show taut curves and thin connecting strokes, and the numerals follow the same display-oriented contrast and elegance.
Best suited to headlines, magazine typography, and high-impact short text where the contrast can be appreciated. It can support premium branding systems, product packaging, and title treatments that benefit from a refined, classic voice. For smaller text or low-resolution environments, the very fine hairlines may require careful sizing and output conditions.
The tone is polished and dramatic, projecting an upscale, editorial voice. Its crisp hairlines and sculpted forms feel ceremonial and fashion-forward, with a classic, print-centric sophistication rather than a casual or utilitarian mood.
The design appears intended as a modern high-contrast serif for sophisticated display use, emphasizing elegance, sharpness, and a strong vertical rhythm. It aims to deliver a classic, prestige-oriented feel with clean, contemporary precision.
At larger sizes the fine detailing reads as precise and luxurious, while the thinnest strokes and serifs become the defining texture of the design. The italic is not shown; all samples present an upright, poised setting with strong headline presence.