Serif Contrasted Walo 3 is a regular weight, very wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, posters, packaging, dramatic, refined, formal, classic, display impact, luxury tone, editorial clarity, classic revival, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, high-contrast, crisp.
This typeface is a high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a clear vertical stress. Stems are sturdy and straight while hairlines and serifs are extremely fine, producing a crisp, etched silhouette. Serifs are narrow and sharp with minimal bracketing, and many joins resolve cleanly into needle-like horizontals. Proportions skew expansive and open, with broad uppercase forms and generous side bearings that create an airy rhythm; counters tend to be tall and cleanly cut. Numerals and lowercase show the same disciplined contrast, with rectangular, sculpted bowls (notably in o/e/0/8/9) and tight, precise apertures.
It is best suited to large sizes where the hairlines can be appreciated—magazine and book titling, fashion or culture editorial layouts, poster headlines, and premium packaging. For longer passages, it works most comfortably when given sufficient size, leading, and print or screen conditions that preserve the fine details.
The overall tone is poised and attention-grabbing, balancing elegance with a slightly severe, display-forward sharpness. The extreme contrast and fine detailing evoke luxury and editorial sophistication, while the wide stance gives headlines a confident, architectural presence.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-fashion interpretation of a classic contrasted serif: dramatic stroke contrast, sharp finishing, and wide, commanding proportions aimed at sophisticated display typography.
In continuous text, the thin hairlines and delicate serifs create a sparkling texture and strong light/dark patterning. The design favors crisp geometry and clean edges over softness, so it reads as intentional and formal rather than casual.