Serif Contrasted Upbe 14 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'New Bodoni DT' by DTP Types, 'Parma' by Monotype, and 'Parmesan Revolution' by RM&WD (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, branding, posters, luxury, dramatic, refined, classic, elegance, impact, prestige, editorial voice, classic modernity, hairline, didone-like, vertical stress, crisp, sculpted.
A high-contrast serif with a distinctly vertical rhythm: thick, confident main strokes paired with needle-thin hairlines and sharp, clean terminals. Serifs are fine and precise rather than slabby, and joins show little bracketing, giving the letterforms a crisp, engraved feel. Proportions read on the wider side with generous bowls and a steady, upright stance; counters are open and the curves are smoothly drawn. The lowercase shows a moderate x-height and a traditional bookish skeleton, while figures mix strong verticals with delicate cross strokes, maintaining the same dramatic contrast.
Best suited to headlines, pull quotes, magazine layouts, and brand identities where high contrast and refined detail are meant to be seen. It also works well for elegant posters and packaging, especially when set at larger sizes where the hairlines and sharp serifs can remain clear.
The overall tone is polished and formal, with a fashion/editorial sensibility and a sense of controlled drama. Its sharp hairlines and sculpted curves communicate elegance and authority more than warmth or informality.
The design appears aimed at delivering a modern, high-fashion take on classic high-contrast serif typography—prioritizing dramatic stroke contrast, vertical stress, and crisp detailing for impactful display and editorial use.
In the sample text, the extreme contrast produces striking texture and clear hierarchy at display sizes, with hairlines becoming a prominent stylistic feature. The spacing and wide set contribute to an airy, upscale page color, while the sharp serifs and terminals keep the forms crisp.