Serif Contrasted Ibgo 5 is a regular weight, very narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, mastheads, book jackets, titles, dramatic, editorial, historic, formal, theatrical, space-saving impact, classic display, signature terminals, strong hierarchy, condensed, hairline, vertical, sharp, stately.
A tightly condensed serif with a strongly vertical build and pronounced thick-to-thin transitions. Stems are heavy and straight while joins and cross-strokes drop to fine hairlines, creating a crisp, high-tension rhythm. Serifs read as sharp and minimally bracketed, with small stepped or notched details at terminals that give the letterforms a slightly engineered, cut-in look. Counters are narrow and tall, and the overall texture is dark and compact, with clear differentiation between capitals, lowercase, and figures.
Best suited to display typography such as headlines, posters, mastheads, and title treatments where its condensed width and contrast can be appreciated. It can also work for short editorial accents—pull quotes, chapter openers, or packaging callouts—especially at larger sizes where fine strokes remain clear.
The tone is dramatic and formal, with a vintage, display-forward presence that feels suited to emphatic headlines. Its narrow stance and sharp finishing details suggest a slightly gothic or theatrical flavor without becoming ornate. The contrast and verticality lend it a refined, authoritative voice.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space, combining a tall, condensed silhouette with sharp serifs and extreme contrast for a classic display aesthetic. The stepped terminal details add a distinctive signature aimed at making titles feel crafted and authoritative.
In the sample text, the condensed proportions create dense word shapes and a strong vertical cadence, while the hairlines add sparkle at larger sizes. The numerals and uppercase forms keep a rigid, poster-like structure, supporting punchy, attention-grabbing settings.