Serif Contrasted Hase 3 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book covers, headlines, invitations, elegant, literary, formal, classic, display elegance, editorial tone, classic italic emphasis, luxury refinement, didone-like, refined, crisp, upright stress, hairline serifs.
This typeface is a high-contrast serif italic with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a largely vertical stress. Serifs are sharp and delicate with minimal bracketing, and the joins resolve into fine hairlines that give the outlines a crisp, engraved feel. The italic construction is calligraphic rather than purely slanted, with lively entry/exit strokes and a forward rhythm across words. Proportions read a bit expansive in the capitals and round letters, while the lowercase maintains a steady, readable x-height and open counters.
It suits editorial typography where elegance and contrast are assets: magazine features, cultural writing, and book or chapter titling. It also fits formal materials such as invitations, programs, and luxury branding accents, especially when used at display sizes or with generous spacing.
Overall, it conveys a polished, literary tone—cultured and formal, with a fashion/editorial sheen. The strong contrast and fine detailing suggest sophistication and ceremony more than casual utility.
The design appears intended as a refined, display-leaning serif italic that emphasizes vertical elegance and sharp hairline detailing. Its contrast and precise finishing prioritize stylistic impact and a classic, cultivated voice in titles and emphasis setting.
The capitals show classic italic cues (notably in forms like A, Q, and R) with sweeping diagonals and tapered terminals. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, with slender joins and crisp finishing strokes that will look best when given adequate size and clean reproduction.