Serif Contrasted Epwi 3 is a very light, very wide, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
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A delicate serif design with extreme stroke modulation: razor-thin hairlines and spiky, needle-like serifs set against selectively thicker verticals. The forms feel airy and spacious, with generous widths and a crisp, upright posture. Counters are open and smoothly drawn, while terminals and joins often taper to fine points, creating a precise, etched look. The lowercase sits relatively low against tall ascenders and capitals, reinforcing a formal, high-contrast rhythm that becomes especially striking at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, mastheads, pull quotes, and branding where a refined, dramatic serif is desired. It works particularly well for fashion and luxury contexts, editorial covers, and high-impact poster typography, where its hairline detailing and wide proportions have room to breathe.
The overall tone is elegant and high-fashion, with a cool, composed sophistication. Its sharp detailing and dramatic contrast suggest exclusivity and a curated, premium sensibility, while the wide stance adds a poised, runway-like presence.
The design appears intended as a contemporary take on classic high-contrast serif letterforms, prioritizing elegance and visual drama through hairline precision and sharp serif finishing. Its proportions and contrast suggest a focus on statement typography rather than small-size continuous reading.
At larger sizes the hairline details read cleanly and lend an engraved, jewelry-like finish; in denser text the extreme contrast and fine horizontals can visually recede. Numerals and capitals share the same refined, tapered detailing, supporting a cohesive, polished display voice.