Serif Contrasted Yepe 1 is a very bold, very wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, posters, packaging, branding, editorial, dramatic, formal, classic, authoritative, impact, elegance, luxury, classic authority, display readability, vertical stress, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, ball terminals, swashy tails.
A bold display serif with strong vertical stress and pronounced thick–thin modulation. The heavy main strokes are paired with very fine hairlines and delicate, crisp serifs, creating a sharp, high-contrast rhythm. Counters are relatively compact, with rounded bowls in letters like C/O and a sturdy, slightly condensed inner space in B/R. Several glyphs show calligraphic details such as ball terminals and curved tails (notably in j, y, and 9), adding a subtly ornamental finish without becoming script-like.
Best suited for headlines, title treatments, and short display copy where its contrast and detailing can read cleanly. It works well in editorial layouts, fashion or cultural posters, premium packaging, and brand marks that want a classic, high-impact serif presence.
The overall tone feels theatrical and editorial, projecting confidence and a sense of classic refinement. Its contrast and crisp detailing give it a formal, attention-grabbing voice suited to statements rather than quiet text.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional serif silhouette with intensified contrast and decorative terminal moments, prioritizing impact and elegance in display settings. It aims to create a dense, luxurious typographic color that feels rooted in classic forms while remaining distinctly bold and attention-forward.
Spacing appears tight in the sample text, with dense word shapes and a strong black texture; the type benefits from generous tracking and line spacing at larger sizes. Numerals echo the letterforms with similarly dramatic contrast and occasional terminal flourishes.