Serif Contrasted Viga 8 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Berthold Bodoni' by Berthold; 'New Bodoni DT' by DTP Types; 'Bodoni No. 1 SB' and 'Bodoni No. 1 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection; and 'Basilia', 'Bodoni', and 'Bodoni Antiqua' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazine, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, fashion, luxurious, classic, dramatic, display impact, luxury tone, editorial voice, classic revival, didone-like, vertical stress, hairline serifs, ball terminals, sharp joints.
A high-contrast serif with strong vertical emphasis, thick main stems, and extremely fine hairlines that taper into crisp, unbracketed serifs. Curves are smooth and taut, with a pronounced thick–thin rhythm that gives rounds like C, G, O, and Q a polished, sculpted feel. The lowercase shows compact, rounded counters and prominent terminals (including ball-like endings on letters such as a, j, y, and 3), while the numerals mix upright, chiseled forms with delicate entry strokes (notably the open, hairline-driven 4). Overall spacing and proportions read generous and display-oriented, with a lively alternation between wide rounds and tighter, sturdier verticals.
Best suited for headlines, pull quotes, mastheads, and other display settings where its hairlines and contrast can render cleanly. It also fits premium branding, packaging, and event materials that benefit from a formal, fashion-forward serif voice.
The font conveys an upscale, editorial tone—confident, formal, and attention-grabbing. Its dramatic contrast and razor-thin details create a sense of refinement and spectacle, leaning toward fashion and cultural publishing rather than utilitarian text neutrality.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-fashion take on a classic high-contrast serif: prioritizing elegance, sharpness, and visual drama for impactful typography in large-scale applications.
The thins become extremely delicate in joins and cross-strokes, which heightens sparkle at large sizes but can create a fragile texture when tightly set. Several glyphs emphasize distinctive terminal shapes, giving the alphabet a slightly ornamental cadence without becoming ornate.