Serif Contrasted Ulbu 7 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bodoni Elegant' by Alan Meeks, 'Chamberí' by Extratype, 'Benton Modern' by Font Bureau, 'Didonesque Ghost' by Monotype, and 'TS Bodoni' by TypeShop Collection (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazine, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, fashion, dramatic, luxury, classic, luxury display, editorial impact, refined contrast, premium branding, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, crisp, sculpted.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and strong vertical emphasis. The letterforms are wide and generously spaced, with crisp, fine serifs and sharp, tapered terminals that create a polished, engraved-like finish. Curves are smooth and controlled, counters are relatively open, and the overall rhythm alternates between bold stems and delicate hairlines for a distinctly sculptural silhouette.
Best suited to headlines, magazine display typography, and statement copy where contrast and elegance are advantages. It will perform well in branding and packaging that aims for a premium, classic look, and in posters or cover treatments where large sizes can preserve the delicate hairlines and sharp details.
The font reads as elegant and commanding, with a dramatic, high-fashion sensibility. Its contrast and sharp detailing convey refinement and authority, lending a premium, editorial tone that feels confident and somewhat theatrical in display settings.
The design appears intended as a modern, high-contrast display serif that balances classical proportions with a bold, contemporary presence. Its wide stance and refined hairlines suggest an emphasis on luxury-oriented typography and attention-grabbing editorial hierarchy.
In the sample text, the thin joins and hairlines become a defining texture, especially in round forms and diagonals, giving the face a sparkling, high-contrast color on the line. The figures and capitals carry a strong presence suited to large sizes, while the lowercase maintains a disciplined, traditional structure that keeps the overall voice formal and composed.