Serif Contrasted Godu 3 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, magazines, branding, elegant, dramatic, refined, luxury, drama, refinement, expression, hairline, calligraphic, crisp, sharp, stylish.
A high-contrast italic serif with pronounced thick-to-thin modulation and crisp, razor-like hairlines. The letterforms show a distinctly calligraphic construction with sweeping entry strokes, tapered terminals, and sharp, unbracketed serifs that read as finely cut. Capitals are tall and poised with generous curves and controlled flourish, while the lowercase is compact with a notably small x-height and lively, angled rhythm. Numerals follow the same dramatic contrast, with slender diagonals and delicate joins that emphasize a couture-like lightness.
Best suited for headlines, decks, pull quotes, and fashion or culture editorial where high contrast and italic energy can be showcased. It also fits premium branding, invitations, and packaging accents when used at medium-to-large sizes to preserve the fine details.
The overall tone is luxurious and theatrical, balancing polish with motion. It evokes classic editorial typography—confident, romantic, and high-end—where sparkle and refinement matter as much as readability.
Likely designed to deliver a modern take on classic high-contrast italic serifs, emphasizing elegance, speed, and visual drama. The compact lowercase and sharply tapered details prioritize a sophisticated, editorial voice over neutral text color.
In running text the dense italic slant and extreme contrast create a strong texture and pronounced rhythm, especially in curved letters and long ascenders/descenders. The design’s delicate thin strokes suggest it will look most at home when given sufficient size and clean reproduction conditions.