Serif Contrasted Viho 3 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Anglecia Pro' and 'Fiorina' by Mint Type, 'Keiss Title' by Monotype, and 'Basilia' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazine, posters, branding, packaging, dramatic, editorial, classic, authoritative, formal, display impact, luxury tone, editorial authority, didone-like, high-waisted, crisp, sharp, sculpted.
A high-contrast serif with strong vertical emphasis, thin hairline joins, and crisp, finely pointed serifs. The uppercase shows a stately, relatively wide stance with generous internal space, while curves (C, O, Q) are drawn with tight, clean terminals and a pronounced thick–thin rhythm. Lowercase forms are sturdy and compact with a moderate x-height, pronounced ball terminals (notably in a, f, j, y), and sharply cut details; the italic is not shown. Numerals carry the same carved, display-oriented contrast, with round figures (8, 9) showing tight apertures and delicate transitions into hairlines.
Best suited to display typography such as headlines, magazine mastheads, pull quotes, and high-impact packaging or brand marks where the contrast can be appreciated. It can work for short text in premium editorial layouts, especially with generous leading and careful color/printing settings.
The font reads as luxurious and assertive, with a refined, fashion-and-publishing tone. Its sharp contrast and glittering hairlines create a sense of drama and sophistication, while the broad capitals and solid stems keep it confident and commanding.
The design appears intended as a contemporary high-contrast serif for statement-making typography, balancing classical proportion cues with crisp, modern detailing. It aims to deliver a polished, high-end feel and strong hierarchy in editorial and branding contexts.
In text, the tight hairlines and small interior joins create a sparkling texture at larger sizes, but the contrast and delicate features suggest it will be most comfortable when given ample size and good reproduction conditions. The presence of ball terminals and pointed serif endings adds personality and a slightly theatrical finish compared with more neutral modern serifs.