Serif Contrasted Vidu 6 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'New Bodoni DT' by DTP Types, 'Surveyor' by Hoefler & Co., and 'Labernia' by Tipo Pèpel (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, luxury branding, packaging, posters, editorial, fashion, formal, dramatic, classic, showcase contrast, project luxury, editorial tone, formal emphasis, hairline serifs, vertical stress, crisp, sculpted, bracketless.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a predominantly vertical stress. The letterforms show sharp, hairline serifs and fine connections that snap into heavy main strokes, creating a crisp, chiseled texture in text. Curves are smooth and controlled, with compact apertures and assertive terminals; round letters like O and Q feel monumental, while diagonals and joins stay clean and taut. Numerals and capitals read as display-oriented, with strong presence and clear, classical proportions across the set.
Best suited to headlines, magazine typography, and high-end branding where dramatic contrast can be showcased. It also fits premium packaging and poster work, especially when set with ample size and spacing to preserve the fine serifs and hairlines.
The overall tone is elegant and commanding, with a polished, editorial feel. Its dramatic contrast and sharp detailing suggest luxury and formality more than casual or utilitarian settings.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-contrast take on a classical serif voice—prioritizing impact, elegance, and a refined printed/editorial look with crisp, sharply finished details.
In the sample text, the dense blacks and delicate hairlines produce a punchy rhythm that looks refined at large sizes, while the thinnest details may require enough size and print/display quality to stay crisp. The design maintains a consistent, high-contrast logic across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, giving paragraphs a stately, high-end texture.