Serif Contrasted Iphi 15 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, book covers, branding, elegant, dramatic, literary, formal, display elegance, editorial voice, luxury branding, classical refinement, vertical stress, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, crisp joins, calligraphic.
A high-contrast serif with strong vertical stress and crisp, hairline finishing strokes. The design pairs sturdy main stems with very thin cross-strokes and serifs, creating a bright, finely etched texture in larger sizes. Serifs are sharp and lightly bracketed to unbracketed in feel, with pointed terminals and tapered entry strokes that suggest a calligraphic influence. Proportions are classical, with relatively small lowercase compared to the capitals, narrow apertures in places, and a lively rhythm where curves and diagonals flare into delicate hairlines.
Best suited to headlines, deck text, pull quotes, and other prominent settings where the contrast can be appreciated. It also works well for book covers, magazine identities, and refined branding applications that benefit from a classical serif voice with heightened drama.
The overall tone is refined and dramatic, with a boutique, editorial polish that reads as formal and slightly theatrical. Its contrast and sharp detailing evoke fashion, literature, and luxury contexts rather than utilitarian text work.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif foundation with amplified contrast and razor-thin detailing for a sophisticated, high-impact look. Its proportions and stress aim for a traditional, cultured reading tone while prioritizing elegance in display and editorial composition.
The numerals and capitals carry a sculpted, display-oriented presence, while the lowercase keeps a compact, traditional stance. Fine details—like thin joins, tapered strokes, and sharp beaks—give the face a distinctive sparkle, but also make it feel more at home where printing or rendering preserves hairlines cleanly.