Serif Contrasted Vibo 2 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Bodoni' by Bitstream, 'New Bodoni DT' by DTP Types, 'Bodoni' by Linotype, 'Parma' by Monotype, and 'Bodoni PT' by ParaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, book covers, posters, branding, editorial, classic, formal, literary, refined, elegance, drama, editorial impact, premium tone, hairline, vertical stress, crisp, display, high-waisted.
This typeface is a high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a strongly vertical rhythm. Hairline horizontals and joins are sharply drawn, while vertical stems carry most of the weight, giving the forms a crisp, engraved feel. Serifs are fine and pointed with a clean, unbracketed impression, and terminals often finish in tapered, calligraphic strokes. Proportions skew wide in the capitals, with relatively short lowercase bodies and prominent extenders; overall spacing and widths vary noticeably between letters, creating an expressive, display-oriented texture.
Best suited to headlines, magazine typography, book cover titles, and other display settings where the high contrast and fine details can be appreciated. It can also support premium branding and packaging when used at generous sizes, preferably with ample spacing and clean reproduction.
The overall tone is formal and editorial, projecting refinement and tradition with a slightly dramatic, high-fashion edge. The sharp contrast and delicate detailing read as confident and premium rather than casual, with a literary, classic atmosphere suited to elegant typography.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern-didone style of elegance: sharp, high-contrast letterforms with delicate serifs and a structured vertical stress, optimized for impactful display text and refined editorial voice.
The figures show strong contrast and clear differentiation, with round forms (such as 0/8/9) emphasizing thick verticals and very thin connecting strokes. The sample text at larger sizes highlights crisp serifs and hairlines that contribute sparkle, while at smaller settings the fine strokes may require sufficient size and print/screen quality to retain clarity.