Serif Contrasted Tigu 3 is a very bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Poster Bodoni' and 'Poster Bodoni WGL' by Bitstream, 'New Bodoni DT' by DTP Types, 'Poster' by Extratype, 'Obsidian' and 'Surveyor' by Hoefler & Co., 'Monotype Bodoni' by Monotype, and 'Poster Bodoni' by Tilde (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazine, branding, packaging, posters, dramatic, editorial, luxury, theatrical, classic, impact, prestige, editorial voice, display elegance, classic revival, display, stately, sculptural, crisp, sharp serifs.
This typeface is a bold, high-contrast serif with an emphatic vertical rhythm: thick main strokes are paired with very thin hairlines and crisp, tapered serifs. Letterforms feel broad and assertive, with generous counters and pronounced stroke modulation that creates bright internal shapes and strong black/white patterning. Terminals and serifs are sharp and clean with minimal bracketing, and several glyphs show sculpted, calligraphic-like notches and flared details (notably in curves and diagonals). Numerals match the display intent with dramatic contrast and distinctive, stylized forms.
Best suited for headlines and short-form typography where its contrast and sculpted serifs can be appreciated—magazine titles, fashion/editorial layouts, luxury branding, packaging, and statement posters. It can work for brief pull quotes or lead-ins, but it will be most effective when given sufficient size and spacing.
The overall tone is formal and attention-grabbing, mixing classic bookish elegance with a more theatrical, poster-like punch. Its sharp contrast and sculpted details read as premium and editorial, suited to designs that want sophistication with a bit of swagger.
The design appears intended as a modern, high-impact interpretation of a classic contrasted serif: maximizing drama through extreme stroke modulation, crisp serifs, and wide, sculptural forms to create a strong editorial and branding voice.
At text sizes the thin connections and hairlines become a defining feature, giving the face a lively sparkle but also making it visually demanding compared to lower-contrast serifs. The capitals present as especially monumental, while the lowercase maintains a steady, readable structure despite the extreme modulation.