Serif Contrasted Vima 6 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Chamberí' by Extratype, 'Escrow' by Font Bureau, 'Passenger Display' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Basilia' by Linotype, 'Keiss Title' by Monotype, 'High Table' by SAMUEL DESIGN, and 'Basilia' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazine, branding, posters, packaging, editorial, luxury, dramatic, refined, classic, elegant display, editorial impact, premium branding, classic revival, didone-like, vertical stress, hairline serifs, ball terminals, crisp.
A high-contrast serif with strong thick–thin modulation and pronounced vertical stress. Stems are weighty and straight, while hairlines and serifs resolve into very fine, sharp terminals with minimal bracketing, giving the letters a crisp, engraved feel. Proportions run on the generous side with ample width and open counters; curves are clean and taut, and several lowercase forms show distinctive ball terminals and teardrop-like joins that add sparkle without becoming calligraphic. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, with sturdy main strokes and delicate hairline finishes for an elegant, display-oriented texture.
Best suited to headlines, magazine spreads, pull quotes, and brand marks where its contrast and sharp detailing can be appreciated. It can also work well for premium packaging or event materials, especially when set with generous spacing and comfortable line height.
The overall tone is formal and polished, with a dramatic, fashion-forward contrast that reads as premium and attention-seeking. It suggests classic print refinement—confident, a bit theatrical, and decidedly editorial.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern take on a classic high-contrast serif for display typography—maximizing elegance and impact through extreme stroke modulation, crisp finishing, and confident proportions.
In longer lines the rhythm is defined by strong verticals and razor-thin cross-strokes, producing a shimmering texture at larger sizes. The design’s character comes through most in the rounded letters and lowercase details, where small terminals and balls introduce a subtle ornamental note.