Serif Contrasted Puky 3 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine display, fashion branding, posters, packaging, fashion, editorial, luxury, dramatic, classic, elegance, display impact, editorial tone, luxury branding, classic revival, didone-like, hairline serifs, vertical stress, crisp, refined.
A sharply contrasted italic serif with pronounced vertical stress and extremely thin hairlines against weighty main strokes. Serifs are fine and pointed with minimal bracketing, giving terminals a crisp, chiseled finish. The italic angle is steady and the curves are taut, with compact apertures and a sculpted, calligraphic rhythm. Uppercase forms feel tall and formal, while lowercase shows lively italics with distinctive entry/exit strokes and a prominent italic “f” and “g”, producing a flowing yet tightly controlled texture.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and other display typography where its crisp hairlines and dramatic contrast can be appreciated. It works particularly well for fashion/editorial layouts, luxury brand marks, premium packaging, and event or cultural posters where a refined italic voice is desired.
The overall tone is elegant and high-fashion, projecting polish and prestige with a dramatic, attention-grabbing sparkle. Its steep contrast and sharp detailing evoke classic magazine typography and luxury branding, balancing sophistication with a slightly theatrical flair.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic high-contrast italic with a modern, polished finish—prioritizing elegance, sharpness, and visual drama for display-led typography. Its controlled slant and fine serifs aim to create a sophisticated rhythm that feels at home in contemporary editorial and branding contexts.
In longer samples the strong thick–thin modulation creates a lively shimmer; spacing appears tuned for display, and the finest hairlines may become delicate at small sizes or on low-resolution output. Numerals match the italic, high-contrast voice, with slender diagonals and crisp terminals that reinforce the refined, editorial character.