Serif Contrasted Pula 1 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, posters, branding, packaging, fashion, editorial, dramatic, classic, luxe, display impact, editorial flair, luxury tone, expressive italic, calligraphic, sharp serifs, swashy, brisk rhythm, crisp.
This typeface presents a high-contrast italic serif structure with crisp hairlines and strongly weighted main strokes. Serifs are sharp and tapered with a distinctly cut, engraved feel, and the joins are clean with minimal bracketing. Curves are generous and rounded, while terminals often finish in pointed or teardrop-like forms, giving the outlines a lively, calligraphic snap. Proportions are slightly expanded, with wide bowls and open counters that keep the texture airy despite the heavy stroke emphasis.
It is well-suited to headlines, magazine covers, and other large-size editorial settings where its contrast and italic motion can be appreciated. It can also work effectively for branding, packaging, and luxury-oriented promotional materials that benefit from a dramatic, high-end serif presence.
The overall tone is refined and theatrical, mixing classic editorial elegance with a bold, fashion-forward attitude. The energetic slant and sharp detailing lend it a confident, expressive voice that reads as premium and attention-seeking rather than neutral.
The design appears intended as an expressive italic display serif: emphasizing contrast, sharp finishing details, and spacious proportions to deliver impact and sophistication in prominent typographic roles.
In the sample text, the font creates a strong, patterned rhythm: thick strokes dominate the line while hairlines and pointed serifs add sparkle at larger sizes. The numerals show similarly stylized, curvy forms, contributing to a cohesive, display-oriented personality.