Serif Contrasted Nime 14 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Madigan' and 'Madigan Text' by Hoftype (names referenced only for comparison).
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This serif shows a sharply contrasted construction with prominent vertical stems and extremely fine hairlines that taper into crisp, pointed terminals. Serifs are small and keen, often ending in needle-like wedges with minimal bracketing, giving the outlines a chiseled, high-definition look. Curves are smooth and controlled, with narrow joins and pronounced thick-to-thin modulation that reads strongly in capitals and numerals. Spacing appears open enough for display, while the lowercase keeps a steady rhythm with compact counters and delicate entry/exit strokes.
Best suited for display typography such as magazine headlines, mastheads, brand wordmarks, campaign posters, and elegant invitations where its sharp contrast can be appreciated. It can also work for short pull quotes or subheads, especially in larger sizes and high-quality print or high-resolution digital layouts.
The overall tone is polished and high-end, projecting a couture/editorial attitude with a theatrical edge. Its contrast and sharp finishing details feel formal and glamorous, suited to designs that want to signal sophistication and precision rather than warmth or casualness.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-fashion serif voice with maximal contrast and precise finishing, optimizing for visual impact and a premium feel in headline and branding contexts.
The font’s hairline features and needle terminals create striking sparkle at larger sizes, while the densest parts of the strokes anchor the letterforms with a confident, poster-ready presence. Numerals follow the same sculpted contrast, reinforcing a cohesive, refined texture across text and figures.