Serif Contrasted Sima 1 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, branding, posters, luxury, dramatic, classic, display elegance, luxury tone, editorial impact, dramatic contrast, modern classic, didone-like, hairline serifs, vertical stress, ball terminals, crisp joins.
A high-contrast serif with a pronounced italic slant, combining thick main strokes with extremely thin hairlines and sharp, tapering serifs. Curves show strong vertical stress, and many letters feature teardrop/ball terminals (notably in the lower-case and the question mark), adding a refined, calligraphic finish. Proportions feel expansive with generous set width and lively, variable letter widths; counters are open and the rhythm alternates between sturdy verticals and delicate connecting strokes. Numerals follow the same dramatic contrast, with elegant diagonals and fine entry/exit strokes.
Best suited to headlines, magazine spreads, luxury branding, and poster typography where high contrast and fine details can be appreciated. It can work for short pull quotes or titling in editorial layouts, especially when ample size and spacing preserve the delicate hairlines.
The overall tone is polished and high-fashion, with a theatrical contrast that reads as premium and attention-seeking. Its sharp hairlines and sculpted terminals evoke a magazine and runway sensibility—confident, elegant, and slightly flamboyant in display sizes.
The design appears intended to deliver a modernized, couture take on a classic high-contrast serif italic—maximizing drama through extreme stroke modulation while keeping letterforms crisp and elegant for display-driven typography.
In text, the italic angle and razor-thin horizontals create a sparkling texture with strong light–dark modulation. The design leans on crisp details (hairline serifs, thin cross-strokes, and pointed joins), so it visually rewards larger sizes where those features can remain clean and distinct.