Serif Contrasted Ipmu 5 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This serif shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with crisp hairlines and a strong vertical stress. Serifs are fine and sharp, reading mostly unbracketed, with clean terminals and a polished, high-contrast rhythm. Capitals feel tall and stately with ample internal space (notably in C, G, and O), while the lowercase maintains clear, bookish proportions and a relatively straight, upright stance. Curves are smooth and controlled, and joins stay taut, producing a precise, engraved-like finish in both letters and numerals.
It performs best in display and editorial contexts where high contrast can be appreciated—magazine headlines, pull quotes, covers, posters, and premium branding. It also suits short passages at comfortable print sizes where its crisp hairlines and sharp serifs can reproduce cleanly and maintain the intended elegance.
The overall tone is refined and formal, with a luxurious, magazine-ready presence. Its dramatic contrast and crisp detailing evoke classic print typography and contemporary fashion branding, balancing sophistication with a slightly theatrical edge.
The design intent appears focused on delivering a modern interpretation of classic high-contrast serif typography, emphasizing sophistication, verticality, and refined detail for high-impact composition.
In text, the high contrast creates a lively shimmer and emphasizes vertical strokes, while the finest horizontals and serifs recede, giving the page a light, airy sparkle. The figures follow the same high-contrast logic and appear designed to sit comfortably alongside the uppercase in display settings.