Serif Contrasted Ibbu 3 is a regular weight, very narrow, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This serif typeface is built on tall, compressed proportions with an emphatically vertical rhythm. Strokes show extreme contrast: robust main stems are paired with very fine hairlines and delicate, razor-thin serifs. Curves are smooth and tightly controlled, with small apertures and crisp joins that keep counters narrow and concentrated. Overall spacing feels restrained and columnar, producing a sleek, high-tension texture in lines of text.
It performs best in display contexts such as magazine mastheads, headlines, pull quotes, posters, and brand marks where its contrast and narrow build can create an upscale, attention-grabbing silhouette. It can also work for short editorial subheads when given sufficient size, leading, and breathing room.
The tone is polished and high-end, with a runway/editorial sensibility and a deliberately dramatic sparkle from the thin hairlines. It reads as refined and formal rather than friendly, suggesting sophistication, luxury, and a slightly theatrical edge.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on classic high-contrast serif forms, prioritizing elegance and vertical emphasis. Its narrow footprint and crisp detailing suggest a focus on impactful display typography and refined branding applications.
In the samples, the thinnest connections and serifs become especially prominent, creating a shimmering, engraved-like effect at display sizes. The compressed forms amplify verticality and can make dense text feel intense; careful tracking and generous leading help maintain clarity.