Serif Contrasted Onna 1 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Agna', 'Bluteau', 'Bluteau Arabic', and 'Bluteau Hebrew' by DSType; 'Ni Serif' by Monotype; 'Strato Pro' by Mostardesign; and 'Blacker Pro' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, book covers, branding, invitations, elegant, editorial, formal, literary, classic, editorial emphasis, premium tone, classic authority, display impact, hairline serifs, vertical stress, crisp, stately, refined.
This typeface is a high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a strongly vertical rhythm. Serifs are sharp and delicate, with fine hairlines and minimal bracketing, giving terminals a crisp, engraved feel. Proportions run on the broader side with generous internal space, and the capitals read tall and composed, while the lowercase maintains a balanced, traditional structure with clear counters and disciplined curves. Overall spacing and stroke contrast create a bright page texture, especially in larger sizes where the hairlines and serifs remain prominent.
It performs best in editorial display roles such as magazine headlines, book and journal titling, pull quotes, and refined branding applications. The letterforms also suit formal printed materials like invitations and certificates, where sharp serifs and contrast can contribute to a premium feel.
The font conveys a refined, formal tone associated with classic publishing and luxury communication. Its sharp contrast and crisp serifs feel dignified and authoritative, with a slightly dramatic, high-style presence suited to polished typography.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic, high-contrast serif voice with a clean, contemporary crispness—prioritizing elegance, hierarchy, and visual drama for titles and prominent text. Its broad proportions and bright texture suggest a focus on readable sophistication rather than dense, utilitarian body copy.
The design’s thin strokes and pointed serif detailing make it visually striking but also more sensitive to size and reproduction conditions; it will look most faithful where fine details can be retained. The numerals share the same contrast-driven construction, aligning well with the text for mixed editorial and display settings.