Serif Contrasted Silo 3 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, fashion, branding, packaging, editorial, luxury, dramatic, classic, editorial impact, premium feel, dramatic contrast, elegant emphasis, didone-like, vertical stress, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, calligraphic.
A high-contrast serif italic with pronounced vertical stress and razor-thin hairlines set against heavy main strokes. The design shows crisp, finely tapered serifs and pointed entry/exit strokes, with an elegant rightward slant and lively stroke modulation that reads as calligraphic rather than mechanical. Proportions feel open and display-oriented: capitals are tall and statuesque, lowercase is compact with a comparatively low x-height, and curves (notably in C/G/S and the bowls) are smoothly tensioned for a glossy, polished silhouette. Figures mix strong thick–thin contrast with refined details, giving numerals a dressy, editorial presence.
Best suited to display typography such as headlines, magazine covers and spreads, fashion and beauty branding, premium packaging, and high-end advertising. It can work for short pull quotes or subheads where you want elegant emphasis, especially when set with generous spacing and ample size.
The overall tone is sophisticated and high-fashion, with a dramatic contrast that signals luxury and ceremony. Its italic movement adds energy and flair, balancing refinement with a slightly theatrical, headline-forward attitude. The result feels classic in lineage but styled for modern editorial impact.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver an upscale, high-contrast editorial voice—pairing classic serif structures with an energetic italic slant and meticulous hairline detailing for striking, polished display typography.
At larger sizes the hairlines and tight joins read crisp and intentional, while at smaller sizes the extreme contrast and fine serifs may become delicate. The rhythm is punchy and expressive, with noticeable emphasis on sharp terminals and tapered strokes that enhance the sense of motion.