Serif Contrasted Vihe 5 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kepler' by Adobe, 'Jaeger-Antiqua' by Berthold, 'Contane Text' by Hoftype, and 'ITC New Veljovic' by ITC (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, posters, packaging, branding, editorial, luxury, dramatic, classical, authoritative, editorial impact, luxury tone, high hierarchy, classic revival, display, sharp serifs, vertical stress, crisp, formal.
A high-contrast serif with a strong vertical axis, thick main stems, and very fine hairlines. Serifs are sharp and clean, tending toward unbracketed or minimally bracketed forms, which creates a crisp, cut-paper finish. Proportions are on the broad side with generous caps and substantial bowls (notably in C, G, O, and Q), while the lowercase keeps a moderate x-height and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Curves are smooth and swelling, terminals are refined, and the overall rhythm feels stately and sculpted rather than mechanical.
Best used for headlines, decks, pull quotes, and other large-size typography where its contrast and crisp serifs can show clearly. It also fits branding, packaging, and editorial applications that want a refined, high-end voice, and it can create strong typographic hierarchy when paired with a quieter text face.
The tone is polished and theatrical, with a fashion/editorial confidence and a distinctly formal presence. Its dramatic contrast and sharp finishing give it a sense of luxury and authority, suited to high-impact typography where elegance is meant to be noticed.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-contrast serif look with a refined, editorial sensibility—combining classical proportions with sharper detailing for contemporary impact. It prioritizes presence and elegance in display settings while remaining structured and readable in short passages.
In text settings the strong contrast produces striking word shapes and clear hierarchy, with punctuation and figures carrying the same sharp, high-contrast logic. The wide set and prominent capitals help it read as a headline-first design, especially as size increases.