Serif Contrasted Upma 1 is a regular weight, narrow, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Escrow' by Font Bureau, 'Keiss Condensed' and 'Keiss Condensed Big' by Monotype, 'Bodoni No. 1 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, and 'Bodoni Antiqua' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, magazines, branding, luxury, dramatic, refined, elegance, high impact, editorial tone, premium branding, classic glamour, hairline serifs, vertical stress, crisp, sculptural, formal.
A high-contrast serif with strong vertical stress and sharply tapered hairlines. The design pairs thick, glossy-looking stems with extremely fine cross-strokes and serifs, creating a crisp, cut-paper rhythm. Serifs are delicate and minimally bracketed, with pointed terminals and precise joins that keep the overall silhouette clean and elegant. Curves on letters like C, G, S, and 3 show pronounced thick–thin modulation, while the numerals mix sturdy verticals with razor-thin horizontals for a striking, display-oriented texture.
Best suited to display sizes where its thin hairlines and sharp serifs can remain clear, such as magazine headlines, fashion and beauty branding, book covers, and premium packaging. It can also work for short pull quotes or section titles where a refined, high-impact serif is desired.
The overall tone is poised and dramatic, projecting a polished, couture-like sophistication. Its sharp contrast and controlled geometry feel classic and upscale, with an attention-grabbing elegance that reads as premium and intentional.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver an elegant, high-contrast statement with a modern, editorial sheen. The intent is to combine classic serif proportions with dramatic modulation and precise detailing for upscale display typography.
In the text sample, the hairlines and thin serifs become a defining feature, emphasizing a refined, high-fashion color on the page. The type has a slightly sculpted, calligraphic sensibility without becoming cursive, and punctuation (like the ampersand and question mark) maintains the same crisp contrast for consistent emphasis.