Serif Contrasted Ulbu 3 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Chamberí' by Extratype and 'FS Ostro' by Fontsmith (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, magazine, branding, packaging, fashion, editorial, dramatic, luxury, theatrical, display impact, luxury tone, editorial voice, classic-modern blend, didone-like, vertical stress, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, teardrop terminals.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced vertical stress and crisp, hairline serifs. The design mixes sturdy vertical stems with very thin horizontals and delicate finishing strokes, creating a strong light–dark rhythm. Serifs are sharp and refined with minimal bracketing, and several letters show tapered, teardrop-like terminals that add a slightly calligraphic bite. Proportions read as generously wide with a stable, upright posture; counters are relatively open for the weight, and the curves are smooth and controlled. Numerals follow the same contrast model, with elegant thin connections and bold main strokes that keep the set cohesive in display sizes.
This face is best suited to headlines, cover lines, pull quotes, and other display settings where its contrast and detailing can be appreciated. It fits fashion and lifestyle editorial work, premium branding, packaging, and event materials that benefit from a bold, refined serif presence. It can also work for short subheads or captions when set with ample size and breathing room.
The overall tone is polished and assertive, projecting a boutique, runway-editorial feel. Extreme contrast and crisp detailing give it a dramatic, high-end voice that can feel ceremonial and attention-seeking rather than casual. The slight terminal flair adds personality, pushing it toward theatrical elegance instead of purely austere classicism.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-contrast serif statement that balances classical vertical-stress construction with sharper, more expressive terminals. Its wide stance and bold color aim for immediate impact, while the hairline elements supply sophistication and a couture-like finish.
At larger sizes the fine hairlines and needle-like joins become a defining feature, while at smaller sizes those details may visually soften or disappear, shifting emphasis to the heavy verticals. Spacing in the sample reads compact and poster-like, supporting dense, impactful headlines with a strong typographic texture.