Serif Contrasted Viba 1 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bodoni' by Bitstream, 'Basilia' by Linotype, 'Parma' by Monotype, 'Bodoni PT' by ParaType, 'Parmesan Revolution' by RM&WD, 'High Table' by SAMUEL DESIGN, 'Bodoni Serial' by SoftMaker, 'TS Bodoni' by TypeShop Collection, and 'Basilia' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, luxury branding, posters, luxurious, dramatic, classic, display impact, premium feel, editorial tone, hierarchy, didone-like, vertical stress, hairline serifs, crisp, elegant.
This typeface is a high-contrast serif with pronounced vertical stress, thick main strokes, and very fine hairlines. Serifs are sharp and delicate with minimal bracketing, giving terminals a crisp, cut finish rather than a soft transition. Uppercase forms feel stately and structured, with generous width in rounds (C, O, Q) and strong, stable horizontals (E, F, T). The lowercase shows a relatively moderate x-height, compact apertures, and ball-like terminals in places (notably on forms like j), reinforcing a refined, print-oriented rhythm. Numerals echo the same contrast and sculpted detailing, with curving figures (2, 3, 5, 6, 9) showing pronounced thick–thin modulation.
Best suited to display roles such as magazine headlines, fashion/editorial layouts, luxury packaging, and high-impact posters where its contrast and hairline detailing can be appreciated. It can work for short passages or pull quotes when set with comfortable size and spacing, but it will be most effective where refinement and drama are the goal rather than dense, small-size reading.
The overall tone is formal and elevated, with a distinctly dramatic, high-fashion voice. Strong contrast and razor-fine details create a sense of luxury and precision, while the upright posture and classic construction keep it authoritative and traditional. It reads as confident and polished, designed to make headlines and titles feel premium.
The design intention appears to be a modern, high-contrast serif meant to convey prestige and strong typographic hierarchy. Its sharp serifs, vertical stress, and sculpted thick–thin modulation aim for an editorial, boutique feel, prioritizing elegance and impact in larger sizes.
In text settings, the contrast and delicate hairlines become a key part of the texture, producing bright, elegant word shapes with noticeable sparkle. The wide capitals and emphatic thick strokes create strong hierarchy, while fine joins and thin serifs demand enough size and contrast to preserve the intended crispness.