Serif Contrasted Utno 3 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Benton Modern' by Font Bureau (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, branding, packaging, luxury, dramatic, classic, authoritative, refinement, impact, prestige, editorial voice, display clarity, hairline serifs, vertical stress, ball terminals, crisp, high-contrast.
A high-contrast serif with strong vertical emphasis, thick main stems, and very fine hairlines. Serifs are sharp and delicate, giving a crisp silhouette, while many curves terminate in small ball terminals and teardrop-like finishing details. Counters are compact and the joins are clean, creating a dark, sculpted texture in text. Numerals and capitals show traditional, display-leaning proportions, with notable width variation across letters and pronounced stroke modulation.
Best suited to headlines, deck copy, and pull quotes where the contrast and hairline details can be appreciated. It also fits brand marks and premium packaging that benefit from an elegant, high-impact serif voice, while longer text will be more comfortable at generous sizes and spacing.
The overall tone feels formal and editorial, with a refined, fashion-forward elegance. Its dramatic contrast and sharp finishing details convey prestige and authority, while the rounded terminals add a hint of warmth and charm.
Designed to deliver a polished, high-contrast serif presence that feels both classical and display-driven, prioritizing sharp detail, dramatic stroke modulation, and an upscale editorial texture.
In paragraphs, the font builds a dense, high-ink rhythm with sparkling hairlines that become more apparent at larger sizes. Curved letters (like C, G, S, and e) emphasize the vertical stress and show careful, polished contouring that reads as contemporary interpretation of classic serif forms.