Serif Contrasted Upne 1 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, branding, posters, packaging, editorial, luxury, fashion, dramatic, refined, display elegance, editorial voice, brand prestige, dramatic contrast, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp apexes, crisp terminals, high-contrast.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick-to-thin transitions, vertical stress, and extremely fine hairlines. Serifs are crisp and delicate, with a clean, modern sharpness rather than heavy bracketing. Uppercase forms feel statuesque and display-oriented, while the lowercase shows compact, elegant proportions with small bowls and tapered joins. The overall rhythm alternates between bold stems and whisper-thin cross-strokes, creating a sparkling texture in text and striking silhouettes in capitals and numerals.
Best suited to headlines, mastheads, and large-size editorial typography where the contrast and hairlines can stay crisp. It also fits luxury branding, beauty/fashion campaigns, premium packaging, and poster work that benefits from a refined, dramatic serif voice.
The tone is polished and sophisticated, pairing classic editorial refinement with a contemporary, high-fashion edge. Its dramatic contrast and razor details read as premium and curated, suited to contexts where elegance and impact are prioritized over neutrality.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern take on a classic high-contrast serif: elegant, attention-grabbing, and optimized for display settings. Its sharp serifs and extreme stroke modulation suggest a focus on visual sophistication and brand-forward typography.
The sample text shows strong headline presence and a lively texture created by thin horizontals and sharp serifs, especially in mixed-case settings. Numerals and capitals carry a display-like flair, with several characters featuring conspicuously thin strokes that emphasize the font’s glamorous, high-contrast character.