Serif Contrasted Vima 3 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Chamberí' by Extratype, 'Benton Modern' by Font Bureau, 'Bodoni PT' by ParaType, 'Bodoni Serial' by SoftMaker, 'TS Bodoni' by TypeShop Collection, and 'Abril' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, posters, branding, book covers, editorial, dramatic, classical, luxurious, authoritative, display impact, editorial elegance, premium tone, classic revival, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, ball terminals, high-contrast curves.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced vertical stress, sturdy main stems, and very fine hairlines that taper into sharp, crisp serifs. The caps feel stately and sculpted, with generous proportions and strong thick–thin transitions that create a striking page color at display sizes. Lowercase shows traditional book-ish forms with a moderate x-height, clear ascenders, and a mix of pointed and rounded terminals; several letters feature small ball terminals that add a refined, slightly ornate finish. Numerals follow the same contrast model, with bold bodies, delicate joins, and elegant curves that keep them visually consistent with the letters.
This font excels in headlines, decks, and pull quotes where its sharp contrast and polished serifs can deliver impact. It’s a strong choice for magazine and fashion/editorial layouts, premium branding, and book covers that need a classic yet attention-grabbing voice. For longer passages, it will work best when size, leading, and printing/rendering quality preserve the hairlines and counters.
The overall tone is editorial and formal, balancing classic sophistication with a dramatic, fashion-forward edge. It reads as premium and deliberate—suited to settings where contrast and elegance are meant to be noticed rather than disappear.
The design appears intended to reinterpret a classical, vertical-stress serif for contemporary display use, emphasizing crisp hairlines, refined terminals, and a confident silhouette. Its proportions and contrast aim to communicate prestige and clarity while providing enough character to stand out in modern editorial typography.
Stroke contrast is strong enough that fine details and hairlines will be most effective when reproduced cleanly and at larger sizes. In the sample text, the type’s rhythm alternates between dense verticals and bright hairlines, giving paragraphs a lively, high-end texture rather than a neutral book face.