Serif Contrasted Upre 7 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Operetta' by Synthview (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, branding, packaging, luxury, refined, dramatic, fashion, elegance, impact, premium feel, classic revival, editorial tone, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, crisp, formal.
This serif presents a crisp high-contrast build with strong vertical stems and very fine hairlines. Serifs are thin and pointed with a largely unbracketed feel, giving strokes a clean, chiseled finish. Curves show a pronounced vertical stress, and counters are relatively compact, creating a tight, elegant rhythm in text. Details like the teardrop/ball terminals in places (notably on forms such as J, a, y, and the 2) add a slightly ornamental accent without becoming ornate overall.
Best suited to headlines, pull quotes, and short passages where the contrast and fine serifs can be appreciated. It works well for magazine and editorial design, luxury branding, and premium packaging, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is polished and high-end, with a dramatic contrast that reads as fashion-forward and editorial. It feels formal and cultured, balancing sharp precision with a touch of classic calligraphic flair from the stress and terminals.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern Didone-like elegance: strong vertical structure, refined hairlines, and crisp serifs that create a striking, upscale presence in display and editorial contexts.
In the sample text, the type maintains a strong black-and-white pattern at larger sizes, with hairline elements becoming delicate in dense settings. The numerals follow the same contrasty logic and include distinctive forms (e.g., a sharply angled 7 and a curled 9), reinforcing the display-leaning character.