Serif Contrasted Gomo 3 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, display, editorial, fashion, branding, elegant, classical, dramatic, luxury tone, editorial impact, elegant display, classic revival, didone-like, hairline serifs, vertical stress, crisp terminals, refined.
This italic serif shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with sharp, hairline serifs and a predominantly vertical stress. Letterforms are strongly slanted with calligraphic sweep, producing lively rhythm and clear directional flow across words. Curves are smooth and polished, with tapered joins and crisp terminals; counters stay relatively open, keeping the texture bright despite the extreme contrast. Capitals are tall and poised, while the lowercase uses compact, fluid shapes and gently varying widths that create an energetic, editorial color.
Best suited to display typography such as magazine headlines, cover lines, pull quotes, and luxury branding where its sharp contrast and italic motion can be appreciated. It also works well for short, prominent text—titles, invitations, and logotype-style wordmarks—while very small sizes or low-resolution contexts may diminish the hairline details.
The tone is refined and upscale, with a distinctly high-fashion, magazine-like sophistication. Its dramatic contrast and graceful italic movement add a sense of luxury and ceremony, reading as confident and stylish rather than casual.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-contrast italic with a classic foundation, prioritizing elegance, drama, and a polished editorial presence. Its structure emphasizes crispness and sweep over neutrality, aiming to make text feel elevated and intentionally styled.
The figures follow the same high-contrast logic, pairing sturdy main strokes with hairline details; round forms (0, 8, 9) feel especially sculpted. The overall spacing and slant create a smooth, continuous cadence that favors larger sizes where the fine hairlines can remain clear.