Serif Contrasted Tiba 2 is a very bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Poster Bodoni' and 'Poster Bodoni WGL' by Bitstream, 'New Bodoni DT' by DTP Types, and 'Poster Bodoni' by Tilde (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazine, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, fashion, dramatic, luxury, classic, impact, refinement, editorial voice, luxury tone, display, didone, vertical stress, hairline serifs, crisp.
A high-contrast serif with dominant vertical stems and extremely fine hairlines, creating a sharp light–dark rhythm across text. Serifs are small and precise, with a generally unbracketed, cut look that keeps joins crisp. Counters are relatively tight for such a heavy face, and the overall color is dense and emphatic, especially in capitals. The lowercase shows a slightly compact, sturdy build with clear upright forms and a measured x-height, while numerals and punctuation maintain the same stark contrast and clean edges.
Best suited to display settings such as magazine headlines, fashion and beauty branding, posters, and premium packaging where dramatic contrast is an asset. It can also work for short pull quotes and titling, especially when set with comfortable tracking and ample leading.
The font conveys a polished, high-fashion attitude with a distinctly editorial snap. Its intense contrast and crisp finishing feel formal and theatrical, suggesting luxury, authority, and a curated, print-forward sensibility.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact through extreme stroke contrast and precise, refined serif detailing. It prioritizes striking presence and an upscale editorial voice over neutrality, making it a statement face for high-visibility typography.
In the sample text the heavy verticals and delicate horizontals create a strong “sparkle” at larger sizes, while smaller sizes would likely amplify the contrast effects and make fine details more fragile. The design reads most confidently when given generous size and spacing so the hairlines and small serifs stay clear.