Serif Contrasted Vide 6 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Prima Serif' by Bitstream (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, magazine display, branding, formal, classical, authoritative, dramatic, display impact, editorial elegance, classic refinement, brand authority, didone-like, vertical stress, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, tight apertures.
A high-contrast serif with a strong vertical rhythm, built from thick main stems and very fine hairlines. Serifs are crisp and relatively unbracketed, reading as thin horizontal slabs on tops and bases with sharp joins. Round letters (C, G, O, Q, e) show pronounced contrast and a refined, slightly compressed inner space, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) feel sturdy due to heavier downstrokes against hairline connections. The lowercase has compact, sturdy forms with a two-storey a and g, a narrow, straight-armed r, and a tall, clean t with a modest crossbar; figures are lining and similarly contrasted, with sturdy verticals and delicate curves.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, magazine typography, book covers, and brand wordmarks where its contrast and crisp serifs can be appreciated. It can also work for short editorial subheads and pull quotes, especially when generous size and line spacing preserve the hairline details.
The tone is formal and editorial, with a confident, high-end presence that suggests tradition and polish. Its dramatic contrast and sharp finishing details give it a commanding, attention-getting voice suited to prominent typography rather than casual text.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic, high-contrast serif look with a modern, sharply finished edge—prioritizing elegance, impact, and typographic authority for display and editorial applications.
Spacing reads measured and headline-oriented, with dense black shapes balanced by fine connecting strokes that can visually sparkle at larger sizes. The overall texture is dark and structured, and the contrast makes curves and counters feel particularly sculpted.