Serif Contrasted Ufby 7 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Labernia' by Tipo Pèpel (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, branding, posters, packaging, luxury, editorial, fashion, dramatic, refined, editorial impact, luxury tone, brand presence, dramatic contrast, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, high-contrast, display.
This typeface is a high-contrast serif with pronounced vertical stress and extremely thin hairlines that snap into heavy main stems. Serifs are crisp and finely tapered, with little visible bracketing, creating a sharp, etched edge at entry and exit points. Round letters show tight, elegant curves with narrow apertures, while many joins and terminals resolve into pointed, blade-like details. Proportions feel moderately condensed in the capitals with tall silhouettes, and the lowercase keeps a classic rhythm with compact bowls and strong thick–thin modulation; overall spacing reads tailored and deliberate rather than roomy.
It performs best in display settings such as headlines, cover lines, fashion/editorial layouts, and brand wordmarks where its contrast and sharp detailing can be appreciated. It can also work for premium packaging and event collateral when set with enough size and air to protect the hairlines.
The overall tone is polished and high-fashion, with a dramatic contrast that reads as premium and intentional. It conveys elegance and authority, leaning toward contemporary editorial sophistication rather than warm or casual charm. The fine hairlines and sharp finishing details add a sense of precision and exclusivity.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern Didone-like sense of glamour: strong vertical structure, razor-thin serifs, and sculpted curves that create impact without ornament. Its letterforms prioritize striking contrast and refined finishing for attention-grabbing, upscale typography.
At larger sizes the delicate hairlines and acute terminals become a defining feature, especially in letters like K, M, N, W, and the diagonals of X and Y. The numerals follow the same display logic, with bold verticals and fine connecting strokes that emphasize contrast and a formal, magazine-like cadence.