Serif Contrasted Vise 6 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Chamberí' by Extratype, 'Benton Modern' by Font Bureau, 'FS Ostro' and 'FS Ostro Variable' by Fontsmith, 'Zesta' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Boutique' by Milieu Grotesque, and 'Abril' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, magazines, branding, luxury, dramatic, formal, classic, display impact, elegant contrast, editorial authority, premium tone, vertical stress, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, deep bracketing, crisp joins.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick-to-thin transitions and a strong vertical stress. Stems are hefty and sculpted, while serifs and connecting strokes fall to fine hairlines, producing a crisp, engraved rhythm. The face has generous, slightly expansive proportions with sturdy capitals and compact, well-contained counters in many letters. Terminals are sharp and clean, and the overall spacing reads as confident and display-leaning, especially in larger settings.
Best suited to headlines, deck copy, magazine and book titling, and brand marks that benefit from a refined, high-contrast serif voice. It can work well for invitations, packaging, and promotional materials where a classic, upscale tone is desired. For longer passages, it is likely most effective in short text blocks or larger point sizes where its hairline details stay clear.
The font conveys a polished, editorial tone with a sense of luxury and drama. Its contrast and crisp finishing feel traditional and authoritative, evoking classic print typography and fashion-forward headlines rather than casual text. The overall impression is confident and ceremonial, suitable when you want typographic presence and hierarchy.
The design appears intended as a statement serif that pairs bold, sculpted verticals with delicate hairlines to create strong contrast and visual drama. Its proportions and finishing prioritize presence and elegance, aiming for an editorial, premium feel in display typography.
In the sample text, the heavy main strokes hold the line strongly while the hairline serifs create a refined sparkle at edges and joins. Numerals show the same contrast-forward construction, giving figures a bold, poster-ready character. The design’s sharpness and contrast suggest it will be most comfortable at display sizes where the hairlines can remain visible.