Serif Contrasted Apmy 3 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, magazine, book jackets, brand marks, art deco, elegant, dramatic, vintage, editorial, space saving, deco revival, display impact, elegant branding, condensed, high-waisted, hairline, sharp, crisp.
A tall, tightly condensed serif with a strong vertical emphasis and crisp, finely cut detailing. Strokes show clear thick–thin modulation: sturdy vertical stems paired with hairline horizontals and tapered joins. Serifs are small and sharp, with a clean, chiseled feel rather than broad slabs, and the overall texture reads smooth and polished at display sizes. Counters are narrow and vertically oriented, and many forms feel high-waisted, reinforcing the font’s elongated rhythm and columnar silhouette.
Best suited for headlines and display settings where its tall proportions and sharp contrast can read clearly and add character. It works well for magazine titles, film or theater posters, book jackets, and upscale branding where a vintage-modern, Deco-leaning tone is desirable.
The font conveys a classic, theatrical sophistication with a distinctly Art Deco flavor. Its narrow proportions and refined contrast create a sense of formality and glamour, suggesting upscale, period-evocative typography rather than casual or utilitarian text.
The design appears intended to deliver a streamlined, space-efficient display serif that maximizes vertical elegance and period character. Its condensed build and crisp contrast aim to create memorable titles and wordmarks with a refined, dramatic presence.
In the sample text, the condensed width produces a strong, poster-like density and a pronounced vertical cadence. The digit set follows the same tall, streamlined logic, maintaining a consistent, elegant presence alongside caps and lowercase.