Serif Contrasted Etba 6 is a very light, very wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This serif typeface has a distinctly delicate, high-contrast construction with very thin hairlines and more substantial vertical stems. Curves show a pronounced vertical stress, and terminals resolve into fine, sharp serifs with minimal bracketing, giving the outlines a clean, engraved feel. Proportions are notably wide in both capitals and lowercase, with open counters and generous interior space that keeps forms from feeling cramped despite the light stroke weight. The numerals and lowercase show occasional calligraphic flicks—most visible in the 2, 3, 5, and the descenders/terminals of letters like g and y—adding a subtle ornamental note without becoming script-like.
Best suited to display typography such as magazine headlines, pull quotes, mastheads, and high-end branding where its fine serifs and contrast can be appreciated. It can also work for packaging and event stationery when set with comfortable spacing and enough size to preserve the hairline details.
The overall tone is poised and upscale, with a calm, airy rhythm that reads as luxurious and composed. Its sharp, fine detailing suggests a fashion and culture sensibility, while the wide set and open forms give it a contemporary spaciousness.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern take on a classic high-contrast serif: wide, open proportions paired with refined hairlines and sharp serifs for a polished, editorial look. The slight decorative flicks in select lowercase and numerals add personality while keeping the overall voice formal and controlled.
At larger sizes the hairline serifs and thin joins create a crisp sparkle across text, while the wide letterforms encourage loose tracking and a relaxed color. The font’s refinement comes from consistency in contrast and stress rather than heavy ornamentation, so it maintains a restrained, premium presence in display settings.