Serif Contrasted Upbi 1 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Bodoni' by Bitstream, 'Bodoni' by Linotype, 'Parma' by Monotype, 'Parmesan Revolution' by RM&WD, 'Bodoni Serial' by SoftMaker, 'TS Bodoni' by TypeShop Collection, and 'Bodoni' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: magazine headlines, luxury branding, book display, posters, invitations, editorial, luxury, formal, dramatic, classic, editorial elegance, premium tone, headline impact, classical revival, hairline, vertical stress, didone-like, crisp, refined.
A refined serif with dramatic thick–thin modulation and a clear vertical stress. The design pairs sturdy vertical stems with very fine hairlines, producing sharp, high-contrast joins in curves and a crisp, polished silhouette. Serifs are delicate and precise, with a generally unbracketed, razor-edged feel; terminals often end in fine points or small wedges. Proportions lean wide in the capitals with generous internal space, while the lowercase shows a relatively short x-height and elegant ascenders/descenders, creating a tall, stately rhythm in text.
Best suited for display typography—magazine titles, pull quotes, packaging, and high-end brand systems—where its contrast and fine serifs can be appreciated. It can also work for book covers and section openers; for extended reading, it will be most comfortable at sizes where the hairlines remain clearly rendered.
The overall tone is elevated and formal, with a fashion-and-editorial sensibility. Its contrast and hairline detailing communicate sophistication and authority, while the broad caps and measured spacing add a ceremonial, headline-ready presence.
This font appears intended to deliver a classic, high-fashion serif voice: strong vertical structure, pronounced contrast, and precise detailing that reads as premium and editorial. The wide, commanding capitals and elegant lowercase proportions suggest a focus on impactful headings and polished typographic layouts.
In the samples, large sizes emphasize the crisp hairlines and pronounced stroke contrast, especially in rounded letters and numerals. The text color can appear lively and slightly sparkling due to the interplay of thick verticals and extremely thin connecting strokes, giving paragraphs a distinctive, upscale texture rather than a purely utilitarian one.