Serif Contrasted Keno 3 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, headlines, luxury branding, packaging, luxury, refined, fashion, classical, editorial polish, luxury tone, classical modernity, display elegance, hairline serifs, vertical stress, crisp, calligraphic, delicate.
A refined serif with dramatic thick–thin modulation and pronounced vertical stress. The letterforms show crisp, hairline serifs and sharp terminals, with smooth, rounded bowls contrasted against narrow, sturdy stems. Proportions feel bookish and slightly condensed in some capitals, while the overall rhythm remains even and controlled. Curves are clean and high-contrast, and the lowercase maintains a measured, readable structure without looking overly geometric.
Best suited to display settings such as magazine titles, pull quotes, book covers, and luxury branding where its contrast and sharp detailing can be appreciated. It can also work for short passages at comfortable sizes, especially in print-oriented layouts that favor crisp, elegant typography.
The tone is elegant and high-end, evoking fashion and editorial typography where precision and polish matter. Its hairline details and sculpted shapes suggest sophistication and formality rather than warmth or rusticity.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern take on classical high-contrast serif construction, emphasizing sophistication, crispness, and a premium editorial voice. Its controlled proportions and fine detailing prioritize visual impact and typographic refinement in prominent applications.
In larger text, the contrast creates a striking sparkle across the line, while the thinnest horizontals and serifs become a defining signature. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, pairing sturdy verticals with delicate cross-strokes for a poised, classic feel.