Serif Contrasted Wobu 3 is a bold, very wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, book covers, branding, classical, dramatic, authoritative, formal, display impact, classic elegance, print authority, vertical stress, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, sculpted curves, ball terminals.
A strongly contrasted serif with pronounced vertical stress, thick main stems, and very fine hairline serifs. Proportions run generous and wide, giving letters substantial horizontal footprint and a sturdy, stately rhythm. Curves are sculpted and smooth with crisp transitions into thin joins, while terminals stay sharp and clean rather than rounded or heavily bracketed. The lowercase shows a traditional serif structure with distinct ball-like terminals in places and a clear, readable x-height relative to the tall, weighty capitals.
Best suited for display typography such as headlines, magazine and newspaper styling, poster titling, and book-cover work where its strong contrast and wide proportions can be appreciated. It can also support brand marks and packaging that want a traditional, premium voice, especially when set with ample spacing and at sizes that preserve the hairline detail.
The overall tone is formal and declarative, with a classic print sensibility and a slightly theatrical punch due to the extreme thick–thin contrast. It reads as confident and authoritative, suited to contexts where a traditional, high-impact voice is desired.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif voice with heightened contrast for impact, balancing robust vertical strokes with refined hairline finishing. It emphasizes a traditional, print-oriented elegance while maintaining enough mass and width to hold presence in display settings.
In text, the contrast creates bright interior counters and sparkling details at serifs and joins, producing a refined but attention-grabbing texture. The wide set and heavy verticals make headings feel expansive, while the delicate hairlines add a crisp, engraved-like finish at larger sizes.