Serif Contrasted Upse 9 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, branding, posters, elegant, dramatic, refined, luxury appeal, editorial voice, display impact, classic revival, hairline serifs, vertical stress, didone-like, crisp, sharp terminals.
This serif has a distinctly high-contrast construction with strong vertical stems and extremely fine hairlines, producing a crisp black-and-white rhythm. Serifs are delicate and largely unbracketed, with pointed, knife-like joins and tapered terminals that feel precise rather than soft. The proportions read classical with a moderate x-height, while widths vary noticeably across the set (e.g., narrow letters alongside broader round forms), creating a lively typographic color. Curves show vertical stress and tight apertures; counters are clean and relatively compact, and the overall drawing favors sharpness and polish over warmth.
Best suited to display typography such as magazine headlines, pull quotes, brand wordmarks, and premium packaging where its hairline details can be appreciated. It also works well for posters and invitations that benefit from a formal, high-contrast serif voice, especially when set with generous spacing and high-quality reproduction.
The tone is poised and luxurious, with a fashion-led, editorial presence that feels formal and high-end. Its dramatic contrast and refined detailing convey sophistication and authority, leaning more toward runway and magazine culture than everyday utility.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-fashion take on a classical high-contrast serif, prioritizing elegance, dramatic stroke contrast, and sharp finishing for impactful display settings.
At larger sizes the fine hairlines and delicate serifs become a defining feature, giving the type a sparkling, engraved quality. The numerals share the same contrast and elegance, with a slightly showy, display-oriented stance that pairs well with the capitals.