Serif Contrasted Ulra 1 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Chamberí' by Extratype, 'Benton Modern' by Font Bureau, and 'Zesta' by Indian Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, branding, packaging, fashion, luxury, dramatic, classic, display impact, luxury tone, editorial voice, refined contrast, hairline serifs, vertical stress, flared terminals, sharp joins, teardrop terminals.
A striking modern serif with extreme stroke modulation: thick, weighty verticals paired with razor-thin hairlines. Serifs are crisp and minimally bracketed, with pointed, tapered entry/exit strokes that create a chiseled, high-sheen edge. Curves show a pronounced vertical stress, and many letters feature wedge-like cuts and teardrop-style terminals (notably in the lowercase), giving the design a sculptural, engraved feel. Proportions are mixed—some glyphs run wide (like the round letters), while others stay compact—producing a lively, display-oriented rhythm. Numerals and capitals share the same sharp contrast and refined hairline detailing, reading best at larger sizes where the thin strokes can breathe.
Best suited to headlines, deck copy, and short passages where high contrast and hairline detailing can be appreciated—magazines, fashion/beauty layouts, premium branding, and elegant packaging. It can also work for pull quotes and title treatments, particularly when paired with a simpler companion for body copy.
The overall tone is glamorous and editorial, balancing classical elegance with a crisp, contemporary sharpness. It feels poised and high-end, with enough drama in the contrast and terminals to signal luxury, fashion, and headline intent rather than everyday text neutrality.
The font appears designed to deliver a polished, high-fashion reading of a modern serif: refined hairlines, sharp serifs, and vertically stressed curves that create instant hierarchy and a luxurious, attention-grabbing silhouette.
The design’s thin hairlines and fine interior joins create a shimmering texture in dense settings, especially in all-caps lines. Lowercase forms add personality through curved, teardrop-like finishing strokes and small flicks that increase the sense of motion and refinement.