Serif Contrasted Utmu 13 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bauer Bodoni' by Bitstream, 'Chamberí' by Extratype, 'Escrow' by Font Bureau, 'Bauer Bodoni' by Linotype, 'Didonesque Stencil' by Monotype, 'Scotch' by Positype, 'Parmesan Revolution' by RM&WD, and 'High Table' by SAMUEL DESIGN (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, fashion, branding, posters, luxury, editorial, dramatic, elegant, luxury display, editorial impact, classic refinement, dramatic contrast, hairline serifs, vertical stress, crisp, sculpted, calligraphic.
A high-contrast serif with strong vertical stress, combining thick, confident stems with extremely fine hairline serifs and joining strokes. The letterforms feel wide and open, with generous interior spaces and a rhythmic alternation of heavy and delicate elements. Serifs are sharp and pointed rather than blocky, and curves are smooth but tightly controlled, giving bowls and terminals a sculpted, polished look. The lowercase shows a traditional, text-oriented structure with compact entry strokes and crisp terminals, while caps are stately and highly stylized, especially in rounded forms and diagonal letters.
Best suited to display use such as magazine headlines, fashion and beauty branding, posters, and high-impact titling where the hairline detail can be appreciated. It can also work for short editorial pull quotes or deck text when size and printing/display conditions preserve the fine strokes.
The overall tone is refined and dramatic, projecting a luxe, fashion-forward sensibility with an editorial seriousness. Its extreme contrast and sharp details give it a poised, high-end voice that reads as premium and deliberate rather than casual.
The design appears aimed at delivering a contemporary take on classic high-contrast serif forms, prioritizing elegance, drama, and a premium editorial voice. Its wide stance and razor-fine details suggest an intention to stand out in large-scale typography while maintaining a disciplined, traditional structure.
In larger settings the thin hairlines and sharp serifs become a defining feature, creating sparkle and a sense of precision. In dense lines, the pronounced contrast and dark verticals create a strong typographic color and a slightly theatrical presence.