Serif Contrasted Agra 3 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Agna' by DSType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: magazines, headlines, branding, packaging, invitations, editorial, luxury, fashion, formal, dramatic, elegance, display impact, editorial tone, brand refinement, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, crisp, refined.
This typeface presents a refined modern serif structure with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a clear vertical axis. Hairline serifs and terminals are razor-thin and crisp, while main stems and bowls carry strong weight, creating a bright, elegant rhythm in text. Proportions feel tall and poised, with generous inner counters and carefully controlled curves; diagonals (as in V, W, Y) are sleek and pointed, and round letters (O, C, G) show taut, polished forms. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with delicate entry/exit strokes and confident, sculpted main strokes.
Best suited to editorial headlines, pull quotes, and magazine-style typography where contrast and detail can be appreciated. It also fits luxury branding systems, beauty and fashion packaging, event materials, and elegant invitations where a formal, polished voice is desired.
The overall tone is sophisticated and high-end, evoking fashion publishing and contemporary luxury branding. Its dramatic contrast and fine detailing communicate polish and authority, with a distinctly editorial sensibility rather than a casual or utilitarian one.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary high-fashion serif with strong vertical emphasis and impeccable sharpness, prioritizing elegance and visual impact in display and editorial contexts.
At larger sizes the hairlines read as an intentional design feature, giving headings a glittering, calligraphic snap. In denser text settings, the sharp serifs and thin joins can create a lively sparkle, so spacing and size will strongly influence perceived smoothness and color.