Serif Contrasted Pufu 3 is a regular weight, very wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine covers, fashion branding, luxury packaging, posters, fashion, editorial, luxury, dramatic, classic, editorial impact, premium branding, elegant display, dramatic contrast, classic revival, didone-like, hairline, vertical stress, sharp serifs, ball terminals.
A high-contrast serif italic with pronounced vertical stress and crisp, needle-fine hairlines against broad main strokes. Letterforms are notably wide and open, with long, flat, razor-like serifs and minimal bracketing, producing a polished, engraving-like finish. The italic is steep and lively, with elegant entry/exit strokes and tapered joins that create a strong rightward flow across words. Uppercase forms feel sculpted and formal, while the lowercase maintains a readable, book-italic structure with a moderate x-height and generous counters; numerals match the same sharp contrast and refined terminals.
Best suited for display use such as magazine headlines, cover lines, lookbooks, fashion and beauty branding, luxury packaging, and high-end event or cultural posters. It can also work for short pull quotes or subheads where its italic energy and contrast can be appreciated without the constraints of long, dense reading.
The overall tone is sophisticated and theatrical, balancing classic typographic elegance with runway-level drama. Its gleaming hairlines and sweeping italic rhythm read as premium and aspirational, suited to contexts where refinement and impact matter more than neutrality.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-fashion interpretation of a classic high-contrast serif italic—maximizing elegance through sharp serifs, hairline refinement, and a wide, confident stance. It prioritizes expressive rhythm and a premium editorial voice, making the typography itself a central visual element.
In text settings the thin linking strokes and hairline serifs create a sparkling texture that benefits from ample size and breathing room. The width and strong contrast give it a distinctive word shape and strong headline presence, while tight spacing or small sizes may reduce the clarity of the finest details.