Serif Contrasted Ully 4 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'New Bodoni DT' by DTP Types, 'Chiaroscura' by Emtype Foundry, 'Zesta' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Didonesque Ghost' and 'Didonesque Stencil' by Monotype, 'Scotch' by Positype, and 'Basilia' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, branding, posters, luxury, dramatic, classic, display impact, editorial tone, luxury branding, modern classic, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, crisp, stately.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and clear vertical stress. The capitals are broad and authoritative, with crisp, hairline serifs and sharp, clean terminals that create a bright, engraved look in the thin strokes. Curves are smooth and controlled, counters are relatively open, and joins stay refined rather than soft. The lowercase maintains a conventional x-height and a sturdy rhythm, while the numerals echo the same strong contrast and sculpted, display-oriented presence.
Best suited to headlines, magazine layouts, and other editorial applications where contrast and refinement are desired. It also works well for fashion-forward branding, packaging, and promotional materials that benefit from a luxurious, high-impact serif. For smaller sizes or dense copy, it is most effective when used sparingly as a display accent rather than as the primary text face.
The overall tone is polished and theatrical, pairing elegance with assertiveness. Its razor-thin details and bold main strokes signal fashion and magazine sensibilities, with a classic, upscale voice that feels suited to premium branding. The contrast and sharpness add a sense of drama and confidence.
The design appears intended as a modern display serif that amplifies classic Didone-like contrast for maximum visual impact. It prioritizes sharp hairlines, broad proportions, and a confident rhythm to deliver an upscale editorial feel and strong typographic hierarchy.
In longer lines the hairlines become a prominent stylistic feature, giving the text a sparkling texture; generous spacing and adequate size help preserve the delicate details. The design reads especially well when set with room to breathe, where the contrast and large forms can carry the page.