Serif Contrasted Ofba 6 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, book display, branding, invitations, elegant, editorial, classic, formal, refined, luxury tone, editorial contrast, classic refinement, display hierarchy, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, vertical stress, crisp, high-contrast.
This typeface is a high-contrast serif with a strongly vertical, modern stress and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Hairline serifs and joins are crisp and largely unbracketed, giving the outlines a clean, cut-in feel, while vertical stems carry most of the weight. Curves are taut and smooth, with narrow hairlines in bowls and cross-strokes that create bright, delicate counters at text sizes. Proportions read as traditional and steady, with upright capitals and a lowercase that maintains clear, open forms and tidy rhythm in continuous text.
Well-suited to editorial headlines, magazine typography, and book display work where high contrast can provide sophistication and hierarchy. It can also support premium branding and formal materials such as invitations or announcements, particularly when used at sizes large enough to preserve the delicacy of the hairlines.
The overall tone is polished and aristocratic, with a distinctly editorial, fashion-forward sophistication. Its sharp hairlines and poised contrast suggest formality and restraint rather than warmth, lending an elevated, classic voice to headings and display lines.
The design appears intended to evoke a contemporary take on classic high-contrast serif typography: crisp, vertical, and refined, prioritizing elegance and hierarchy in display and editorial composition. Its disciplined proportions and sharp detailing point to a goal of creating a luxurious, authoritative reading voice rather than a casual or utilitarian one.
The design’s delicate hairlines and fine serifs create a sparkling texture, especially in mixed-case settings, where thick verticals punctuate the line and thin cross-strokes add lightness. Numerals follow the same contrast and crispness, reinforcing a consistent, print-classic character across text and figures.