Serif Contrasted Ufhe 9 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Encorpada Classic Condensed' by dooType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial design, fashion branding, posters, logotypes, elegant, editorial, fashion, high-end, dramatic, luxury appeal, display impact, editorial voice, refined contrast, hairline serifs, vertical stress, calligraphic, crisp, refined.
This serif shows extreme thick–thin modulation with razor-fine hairlines and dominant vertical stems, producing a crisp, high-contrast rhythm. Serifs are sharp and delicate with minimal bracketing, and many joins resolve into needle-like terminals. Round letters are tightly waisted with a pronounced vertical stress, while curves and bowls alternate between dense black masses and near-threadline connections. The overall spacing reads controlled and tidy, and the figures follow the same contrast logic, with bold main strokes and very light linking elements.
Best suited to large-scale typography such as magazine headlines, lookbooks, brand wordmarks, and high-impact poster work where the hairlines can be preserved. It can also work for pull quotes or short subheads in premium layouts, especially when printed well or used at sufficiently large sizes on screen.
The tone is polished and dramatic, leaning toward luxury and modern editorial styling. Its contrast and precision give it a poised, fashion-forward feel, while the fine details add a sense of exclusivity and sophistication. In longer text it projects a curated, magazine-like authority rather than an everyday, utilitarian voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary high-contrast serif with strong vertical emphasis and luxurious detail, prioritizing visual drama and refinement. It aims for a striking headline voice that combines classic fashion editorial cues with crisp, modern finishing.
Several glyphs incorporate exceptionally thin transitional strokes and tapered entry/exit points that can visually disappear at smaller sizes, increasing the sense of sparkle at display sizes. The lowercase includes pronounced ball terminals in places, adding a slightly playful, calligraphic accent within an otherwise disciplined Didone-like structure.