Serif Contrasted Ipfa 3 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Bodoni' by Bitstream, 'Bodoni' and 'Bodoni Classico' by Linotype, and 'Bodoni' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, fashion, luxury branding, posters, editorial, luxury, dramatic, classic, elegant display, editorial impact, luxury tone, classic revival, hairline serifs, vertical stress, didone-like, crisp, sculpted.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced vertical stress, thick main stems, and extremely fine hairline serifs and joins. The letterforms are sharply cut and clean, with minimal bracketing and a polished, print-like finish. Proportions feel tall and elegant; capitals are commanding while the lowercase shows a notably short x-height with relatively long ascenders and descenders. Curves in C, G, O, and Q are smooth and taut, and the numerals echo the same thin-thick rhythm, with delicate terminals and a refined, display-oriented texture.
Best suited for headlines, pull quotes, mastheads, and other prominent display settings where its contrast and hairlines can be appreciated. It works particularly well for fashion/editorial design and premium branding applications, and can add a formal, classical tone to posters and campaign typography.
The overall tone is refined and high-fashion, projecting elegance and prestige through its dramatic contrast and precise detailing. It reads as classic and cultured, with a contemporary editorial crispness that feels at home in luxury contexts.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern take on a classic high-contrast serif: commanding capitals, a refined lowercase, and a crisp, glamorous texture optimized for impactful display typography.
The typeface relies on hairline details for its character, so spacing and reproduction size will strongly influence perceived sharpness. In text blocks, the strong contrast creates a lively sparkle and a pronounced rhythm, especially around thin crossbars and serifs.