Serif Contrasted Ulse 3 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Berthold Bodoni' by Berthold, 'Bodoni No. 1 SB' and 'Bodoni No. 1 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Bodoni Serial' by SoftMaker, 'TS Bodoni' by TypeShop Collection, and 'Bodoni' and 'Bodoni Antiqua' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, packaging, posters, book covers, editorial, luxury, dramatic, classic, formal, display impact, premium tone, editorial authority, classic refinement, vertical stress, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, crisp, stately.
A high-contrast serif with a strongly vertical stress pattern, pairing dense main strokes with very thin hairlines and delicate, sharply cut serifs. The overall build is broad and steady, with confident capitals, a comparatively low x-height, and clear modulation through joins and curves (notably in C, S, and e). Terminals tend toward pointed or teardrop-like finishes, giving counters a sculpted, calligraphic feel while maintaining an upright, composed posture. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, with elegant hairlines and weighty stems that read best at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, mastheads, and other large-size settings where the contrast and fine hairlines can remain intact. It works well for editorial typography, premium packaging, event posters, and book-cover titling that benefits from a classic, high-fashion voice.
The tone is refined and theatrical: polished enough for luxury contexts, yet assertive and attention-grabbing due to its stark contrast and bold silhouette. It evokes traditional print prestige—magazine and book typography—while feeling dramatic and contemporary in large settings.
The design intention appears to be a modern, high-contrast serif built for impactful display typography—combining traditional vertical-stress elegance with bold presence and crisp detailing for contemporary editorial and branding use.
Spacing appears generous in display text, and the extreme thin strokes create a sparkling rhythm across words, especially around diagonals and curved forms. The weight distribution makes round letters appear slightly faceted, emphasizing crispness over softness.