Serif Contrasted Ufni 3 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Parmesan Revolution' by RM&WD, 'Bodoni Serial' by SoftMaker, and 'TS Bodoni' by TypeShop Collection (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, branding, packaging, fashion, luxury, dramatic, refined, display elegance, luxury branding, editorial impact, modern classic, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, crisp, high-waisted.
A sharply cut modern serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and clear vertical stress. Stems and main strokes are assertive and compact, while the serifs and connecting hairlines fall to very fine widths, creating a crisp, high-end rhythm. Letterforms show a slightly condensed, high-waisted feel in capitals, paired with a steady, readable lowercase that features teardrop/ball-like terminals in places (notably on j-like forms) and tight, clean apertures. Numerals and capitals present strong, sculptural silhouettes suited to large sizes, with a consistent, polished contrast structure across the set.
Best suited to headlines, titles, and short-form typography where the contrast can be appreciated—such as magazine layouts, fashion and beauty branding, luxury packaging, and premium identity systems. It also works well for pull quotes and elegant typographic lockups where crisp hairlines and dramatic stroke transitions are a feature, not a liability.
The overall tone is elegant and editorial, projecting a fashion-forward, luxury sensibility with a dramatic edge. Its razor-thin details and bold verticals feel formal and curated, evoking magazine mastheads, high-end packaging, and sophisticated branding.
The design appears aimed at a contemporary Didone-inspired display voice: maximize contrast and precision to create striking, upscale typography for branding and editorial settings. The consistent vertical emphasis and fine finishing details suggest an intention to look sleek, modern, and highly curated in larger sizes.
At display sizes the hairlines read as intentional and refined, but the extreme contrast and delicate serifs suggest it will reward generous size and careful reproduction. The sample text shows strong emphasis in capitals and weighty downstrokes, with lively punctuation and terminals adding a slightly glamorous flair.