Serif Contrasted Ofve 1 is a very bold, very wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, branding, packaging, dramatic, editorial, vintage, theatrical, assertive, headline impact, vintage flair, engraved look, brand presence, sharp serifs, vertical stress, hairline joins, ink-trap feel, soft terminals.
A high-contrast display serif with heavy, rounded main strokes set against very thin hairline connections and sharply cut serifs. The letterforms feel broadly proportioned with generous internal counters, while the thinnest strokes often taper to needle-like points that create an engraved, cut-paper look. Serifs are crisp and relatively unbracketed, and several joins and terminals show delicate notches or pinched transitions that add bite and texture. Overall spacing reads open and steady in caps, with a slightly more irregular, characterful rhythm across lowercase and figures.
Best suited for headlines and short display settings where its contrast and crisp serifs can read as intentional detail rather than noise. It works well for poster-style typography, book and album covers, mastheads, and brand marks that want a vintage-editorial or dramatic flavor. For longer passages, it will be most comfortable at larger sizes with ample line spacing to keep the hairlines from cluttering.
The tone is bold and dramatic, evoking classic editorial headlines, poster lettering, and vintage packaging. Its sharp contrasts and pointed details give it a theatrical, slightly menacing edge, while the rounded heavy strokes keep it approachable rather than purely formal.
The design appears intended to maximize impact through extreme stroke contrast and broad proportions, pairing elegant hairline precision with substantial, rounded stems for a bold headline presence. Subtle notches and pinched joins suggest an aim for a crafted, engraved aesthetic that feels distinctive in display use.
In the text sample, the thick strokes hold a strong horizontal band across lines, while the hairlines can visually flicker at smaller sizes, emphasizing its display intent. Several uppercase forms show prominent wedge-like cuts and fine spur details, contributing to a crafted, slightly distressed impression without appearing overtly rough.