Serif Contrasted Ebpi 3 is a light, wide, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, invitations, branding, packaging, elegant, classical, literary, refined, decorative, refinement, classic tone, display elegance, ornamental detail, hairline serifs, vertical stress, calligraphic, high-contrast, delicate.
A delicate serif with crisp, hairline terminals and a distinctly calligraphic, high-contrast rhythm. Strokes tend toward thin horizontals and finer joins, with slightly flared, sharp serifs and subtle tapering that gives the letters a drawn, engraved feel rather than a purely mechanical one. Capitals are relatively tall and poised, while the lowercase shows compact proportions and tight interior counters; curves are smooth and controlled, and several glyphs feature gentle swashes or hooked details (notably in J, Q, y, and z). Numerals follow the same fine, stylized construction, staying consistent with the overall thin-stroke texture.
Best suited to headlines, pull quotes, and editorial titling where its hairline contrast and ornamentation can be appreciated. It also fits formal invitations, upscale branding, and premium packaging that benefit from a classical, engraved-like voice. For long passages, it will be most comfortable when set with generous size and spacing.
The tone is cultured and old-world, evoking bookish sophistication and boutique formality. Its light touch and ornamental inflections read as refined and somewhat theatrical, leaning more toward display elegance than utilitarian neutrality.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic, high-style serif voice with a refined, lightly ornamented character. Its emphasis on thin detailing, vertical stress, and graceful terminals suggests a focus on elegance and distinctive display presence rather than rugged everyday text work.
The fine stroke texture and sharp details create a bright, airy color at larger sizes, while the small x-height and intricate terminals suggest reduced clarity at very small sizes. The design’s decorative hooks and tapered ends add personality and motion, especially in mixed-case settings.