Serif Contrasted Yepe 11 is a very bold, very wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, magazine, branding, packaging, dramatic, editorial, luxurious, assertive, theatrical, impact, prestige, distinctiveness, editorial voice, modern classic, vertical stress, hairline serifs, flared terminals, ink-trap feel, ball terminals.
A punchy high-contrast serif with strongly weighted verticals, razor-thin hairlines, and small, crisp serifs that often read as unbracketed. The letterforms are broadly proportioned with generous internal space, producing a wide, open rhythm even at heavy weight. Curves show a pronounced vertical stress, and several joins and terminals exhibit sharp cut-ins and triangular notches that add a sculpted, slightly incised texture. Details like teardrop/ball terminals and steep diagonal strokes give the design a lively, display-forward silhouette while maintaining a controlled, upright stance.
Well suited to headlines, editorial display, posters, fashion/beauty branding, and packaging where high contrast and wide proportions can command attention. It can also work for short subheads or pull quotes at sufficiently large sizes, especially in layouts that benefit from a refined yet forceful serif voice.
The overall tone is bold and ceremonious—more runway and masthead than body text. Its contrast and sharp internal cut-ins create a sense of drama and polish, with a slightly mischievous edge from the quirky terminals and notched joins.
The design appears intended as a statement display serif: combining classic vertical-stress contrast with modern, carved-looking cut-ins and distinctive terminals to create an immediately recognizable headline texture.
In the grid and text sample, the design reads best when given space: the thin cross-strokes and hairlines are delicate against the heavy stems, and tight settings can cause the fine details to visually recede. Numerals and capitals match the same broad, high-impact stance, supporting headline use where the sculpted counters and notches become part of the visual signature.