Serif Contrasted Ofki 9 is a very bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial headlines, magazine covers, luxury branding, posters, packaging, fashion, editorial, luxury, dramatic, modern classic, display impact, luxury tone, editorial authority, modern refinement, vertical stress, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, ball terminals, didone-like.
This typeface is a display-oriented serif with extreme thick–thin modulation and a strong vertical axis. It pairs massive, sculpted main strokes with very fine hairlines and crisp, unbracketed serifs, creating a striking light/dark rhythm across words. Counters are generally open and round-to-oval, while joins and terminals stay clean and sharp; several characters show refined details like ball terminals and delicate finishing strokes. The overall width is generous, with prominent capitals and numerals that read as graphic shapes as much as letterforms.
It is best suited to headlines, mastheads, and short statements where its contrast and sharp serifs can be appreciated. The style fits luxury branding, fragrance/beauty packaging, event posters, and high-impact advertising, especially when used at generous sizes with careful spacing.
The font conveys a high-fashion, editorial tone—polished, dramatic, and intentionally attention-grabbing. Its stark contrast and razor-thin details suggest luxury and prestige, with a classic heritage feel presented in a modern, poster-ready voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on high-contrast display serif typography: commanding, refined, and optimized for impactful titles. By exaggerating weight contrast and keeping serifs clean and precise, it aims to project sophistication while remaining bold and graphic in layout.
In running text the heavy verticals create strong striping, while the hairlines and serifs add sparkle at larger sizes. The distinctive contrast can make spacing feel visually dynamic, especially where tight hairlines meet broad strokes, so it naturally favors larger settings where its fine details can remain clear.