Serif Contrasted Vifa 2 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Berthold Bodoni' by Berthold, 'Bodoni No. 1 SB' and 'Bodoni No. 1 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Bodoni Serial' by SoftMaker, 'TS Bodoni' by TypeShop Collection, and 'Bodoni' and 'Bodoni Antiqua' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazine, fashion, branding, posters, editorial, luxury, dramatic, classic, formal, display impact, premium tone, editorial styling, classic revival, didone-like, vertical stress, hairline serifs, unbracketed serifs, ball terminals.
A high-contrast serif with strong vertical stress and crisp, largely unbracketed hairline serifs. Thick main stems are paired with very thin cross-strokes and joining hairlines, creating a sharp, polished rhythm. Proportions feel broad and stately, with compact lowercase height and prominent capitals; counters are relatively tight in the heavier shapes, enhancing the dense, ink-trap-free silhouette. Curves are smooth and controlled, and several letters show refined details such as ball terminals and tapered entry/exit strokes.
Best suited to headlines, pull quotes, mastheads, and brand marks where its contrast and sculpted details can read cleanly. It works particularly well for editorial design, luxury branding, and large-format posters, and is less ideal for small UI text or dense body copy where fine hairlines may soften.
The overall tone is elegant and commanding, with a fashion- and magazine-like sophistication. Its pronounced contrast and crisp finishing convey formality and a sense of premium craftsmanship, leaning more toward display refinement than casual friendliness.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic, high-fashion serif voice with dramatic contrast and crisp finishing, prioritizing impact and elegance in display and editorial contexts.
In text settings the delicate hairlines and tight interior spaces become more apparent, which can create a striking black-and-white texture at larger sizes. Numerals follow the same dramatic contrast and feel display-oriented, complementing the uppercase for headlines and titling.