Serif Contrasted Vifo 2 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Berthold Bodoni' by Berthold, 'New Bodoni DT' by DTP Types, 'Bodoni No. 1 SB' and 'Bodoni No. 1 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Bodoni Serial' by SoftMaker, 'TS Bodoni' by TypeShop Collection, and 'Bodoni' and 'Bodoni Antiqua' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, luxury, dramatic, formal, classic, display impact, premium tone, editorial clarity, classic revival, vertical stress, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, high waistlines, crisp joins.
This serif presents a strongly vertical, high-contrast structure with thick main stems paired to very thin hairlines. Serifs are narrow and crisp with a predominantly unbracketed, knife-edge feel, giving the outlines a clean, carved look. The capitals are tall and commanding with ample internal space in round letters, while the lowercase maintains a steady, traditional rhythm with compact apertures and clear stroke modulation. Numerals follow the same contrast model, with strong weight distribution and refined, delicate finishing strokes.
It performs best in headlines, magazine typography, and other editorial layouts where contrast and detail can be appreciated. The font also suits branding and packaging that aims for a premium, traditional-yet-dramatic voice, especially when set with generous spacing and used at larger sizes.
The overall tone is assertive and upscale, mixing classical bookish authority with a fashion-forward sense of drama. Its sharp transitions and fine details read as polished and ceremonial, suggesting premium editorial styling rather than utilitarian text neutrality.
The design appears intended to deliver a refined, high-contrast serif voice optimized for display-led typography, emphasizing vertical stress, sharp serifs, and elegant hairline detailing to create a strong, premium impression.
At display sizes the hairlines and tight serifs contribute to a crisp, engraved appearance, while in dense settings the strong contrast creates pronounced light–dark patterning. The design’s visual emphasis on verticals and narrow finishing strokes gives it a poised, slightly theatrical presence in headings and short runs of copy.