Serif Contrasted Upre 3 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: magazine titles, display headlines, fashion branding, luxury packaging, invitations, luxury, editorial, fashion, classical, dramatic, editorial elegance, luxury signaling, headline impact, classic refinement, fashion tone, didone-like, hairline serifs, vertical stress, crisp, high-contrast.
A refined high-contrast serif with vertical stress and razor-thin hairlines set against strong, dark stems. Serifs are sharp and largely unbracketed, giving terminals a crisp, incisive finish. Capitals read tall and stately with generous internal space, while the lowercase shows compact, sculpted forms and a measured rhythm that favors elegance over softness. Curves in letters like C, G, O, and Q are polished and tensioned, and the numerals echo the same cut-paper contrast with delicate joins and tapering strokes.
This face performs best in display contexts such as magazine covers, section openers, posters, and brand marks where its sharp contrast and hairline detailing can be appreciated. It also suits premium packaging and invitation-style applications that call for a formal, elevated serif presence.
The overall tone is polished and upscale, projecting the kind of dramatic sophistication associated with fashion mastheads and luxury branding. Its high-contrast sparkle and formal posture feel composed, confident, and decidedly editorial.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, editorial take on a classic high-contrast serif: strong vertical structure for authority, paired with delicate hairlines for sparkle and refinement. Its proportions and crisp finishing prioritize visual impact and elegance, especially at headline sizes.
In the text sample the thin horizontals and hairline serifs become a prominent stylistic feature, creating a bright, shimmering texture at large sizes. The design’s crispness and narrow hairline connections suggest it benefits from ample size and careful spacing to preserve its fine detail in dense settings.