Serif Contrasted Ofba 9 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: magazines, headlines, fashion, book covers, invitations, editorial, luxury, classic, formal, dramatic, elegance, editorial clarity, display impact, premium branding, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, crisp, high-contrast.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick-to-thin transitions, vertical stress, and very fine hairlines. The letterforms feel open and generously proportioned, with crisp, lightly bracketed hairline serifs and clean, tapered terminals. Curves are smooth and controlled, and the overall rhythm reads as calm and measured, with slightly varied character widths that keep word shapes lively without becoming irregular. Numerals and capitals present a refined, stately presence, while the lowercase maintains a readable, even texture at text sizes.
Well suited to magazine and newspaper-style display, fashion and luxury branding, book covers, and refined packaging. It can also work for pull quotes, section openers, and short-form editorial text where its delicate hairlines can be preserved, especially in high-resolution print or on-screen settings.
The tone is polished and elevated, leaning toward classic editorial refinement with a touch of dramatic flair. It conveys sophistication and authority, pairing well with high-end, cultured, or ceremonial themes rather than casual or playful ones.
Designed to deliver a contemporary take on a classic, high-contrast serif: elegant, authoritative, and visually striking. The wide, open proportions and sharp detailing suggest an intention to perform especially well in display and editorial contexts where refinement and contrast are key.
The thinnest strokes and serifs are extremely delicate, which heightens elegance but can demand sufficient size, contrast, and printing/display quality to avoid dropout. In the sample text, emphasis appears strong in capitals and in bold word shapes, while the regular text retains a crisp, upscale texture.