Serif Contrasted Siba 5 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, italic, short x-height font visually similar to 'Berthold Bodoni' by Berthold and 'Bodoni No. 1 SB' and 'Bodoni No. 1 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazine, branding, packaging, posters, fashion, editorial, dramatic, luxury, classic, display impact, luxury tone, editorial voice, expressive italic, didone-like, hairline, vertical stress, ball terminals, swash-like.
A high-contrast italic serif with a pronounced thick–thin rhythm and sharp, tapering hairlines. The capitals are broad and elegant, with crisp triangular/wedge serifs and a strong forward slant. Lowercase forms show a compact x-height, rounded bowls, and frequent teardrop/ball terminals on letters like a, f, j, and y, giving the text a lively, calligraphic sparkle. Overall spacing feels display-oriented, with alternating dense strokes and open counters producing a bright, shimmering texture in words and headlines.
Best suited for headlines, pull quotes, mastheads, and logo-style wordmarks where its contrast and italic motion can shine. It also works well on premium packaging and poster typography, especially when set with generous leading and used at larger sizes to preserve the fine hairlines.
The font reads as polished and theatrical—confident, upscale, and intentionally attention-grabbing. Its glossy contrast and energetic terminals evoke fashion publishing, luxury branding, and classical refinement with a modern, punchy edge.
The design appears intended as a statement italic for high-end display typography, combining Didone-style contrast with more expressive, calligraphic terminals to add personality and momentum. It prioritizes elegance and impact over neutral, text-first restraint.
Several glyphs lean into expressive detailing: the Q has a dramatic, sweeping tail; s and z show sharp entry/exit flicks; and numerals mix sturdy main strokes with delicate hairline joins. The italic angle is consistent across cases, helping lines of text feel cohesive even at large sizes.