Serif Contrasted Onpe 7 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bodoni' by Bitstream; 'Bodoni' by Linotype; 'Monotype Bodoni' by Monotype; 'Bodoni No. 1 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection; 'Bodoni Serial' by SoftMaker; 'TS Bodoni' by TypeShop Collection; and 'Bodoni', 'Bodoni Antiqua', and 'Bodoni M' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine titles, luxury branding, posters, luxury, classical, formal, dramatic, elegance, dramatic contrast, editorial authority, premium branding, didone-like, hairline serifs, vertical stress, crisp, sharp.
A crisp display serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a strongly vertical stress. Serifs are fine and sharp, with clean, mostly unbracketed joins that give the letterforms a cut, high-fashion finish. Uppercase shapes are stately and compact with wide, confident horizontals (notably in E/F/T), while rounds (C/G/O/Q) show taut curves and tight apertures. The lowercase keeps a traditional, text-oriented skeleton with a moderate x-height and clear two-storey forms where expected, but the hairline terminals and narrow connections push it toward larger sizes. Numerals echo the same contrast and refined detailing, reading as crisp and formal rather than utilitarian.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, and pull quotes in magazines, books, and brand systems where a polished, upscale voice is desired. It also works well for posters, invitations, and packaging that benefit from dramatic contrast and crisp serif detailing, especially at medium to large sizes.
The overall tone is refined and high-end, evoking editorial typography, luxury packaging, and classic bookish authority. The sharp hairlines and decisive verticals add drama and poise, creating a sense of ceremony and sophistication rather than casual friendliness.
The font appears designed to deliver a contemporary, fashion-forward take on a classic contrasted serif: elegant proportions, taut curves, and razor-thin finishing strokes aimed at impactful display typography and premium branding.
In continuous text the thin strokes recede quickly compared to the heavy stems, producing a punchy rhythm with strong emphasis on verticals. The design rewards generous size and spacing, where the hairlines and delicate serifs can remain distinct and avoid filling in.