Serif Contrasted Aglo 3 is a very light, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This typeface is a refined serif with dramatic thick–thin modulation and crisp, needle-like hairlines. The forms show a predominantly vertical stress with tall, stately capitals and narrow joins that create a sharp, high-end rhythm in text. Serifs are small and precise, often finishing as thin, pointed terminals rather than heavy brackets, while curves (notably in C, G, O, Q, and the numerals) sweep into very fine exit strokes. Lowercase proportions feel balanced with a moderate x-height and relatively long, elegant ascenders and descenders; counters are open and round, and the overall color on the page is airy due to the light hairlines and generous interior space.
It performs best as a display face for headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and brand marks where its contrast and hairlines can be appreciated. It’s also well-suited to premium packaging, beauty and fashion identities, and elegant event materials where a graceful, high-end serif voice is desired.
The overall tone is polished and sophisticated, with a couture-like delicacy that reads as premium and carefully composed. Its sharp contrasts and tidy detailing evoke classic magazine typography and upscale branding, projecting restraint, confidence, and a sense of luxury.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on classic high-contrast serif letterforms, optimized for visual drama and refinement. Its proportions and sharp detailing suggest a focus on stylish editorial settings and branding where sophistication and crisp typographic presence are primary goals.
In larger settings the hairline cross-strokes and tapered terminals become key character-defining features, giving the design a shimmering, calligraphic edge without becoming overtly decorative. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, with slender spines and fine finishing strokes that harmonize with the capitals.