Serif Contrasted Siba 3 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'New Bodoni DT' by DTP Types (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazine, branding, packaging, posters, fashion, editorial, luxury, dramatic, classic, display impact, elegant emphasis, editorial voice, luxury branding, dramatic contrast, didone-like, hairline serifs, vertical stress, ball terminals, calligraphic.
A high-contrast serif with a pronounced italic slant and strongly modulated strokes: thick, sculpted main stems paired with very fine hairlines and sharp, delicate serifs. The forms show mostly vertical stress with a glossy, carved quality, and many letters finish in tapered entries or teardrop/ball-like terminals (notably in J, f, j, and several lowercase joins). Proportions are generously set with open counters and a slightly expansive feel, while the rhythm alternates between crisp razor edges and swelling curves that emphasize the diagonal flow of the italic.
Well-suited to headlines, magazine covers and spreads, luxury branding, and premium packaging where contrast and elegance are key. It can also work for short subheads, pull quotes, and poster typography, especially when paired with a quieter text face for longer reading.
The overall tone is elegant and theatrical—associated with fashion, luxury, and high-end editorial typography. Its contrast and italic movement add a sense of speed and drama, while the classical serif structure keeps it rooted in tradition.
This font appears designed to deliver a modernized high-fashion take on classical high-contrast italics, prioritizing expressive silhouettes, sharp refinement, and striking black-and-white texture for display settings.
The design reads best when given room: the hairline details and sharp terminals benefit from clean reproduction and ample size. Numerals follow the same contrast and italic energy, mixing sturdy bowls with thin, slicing diagonals for a refined, display-forward look.