Serif Contrasted Ulba 1 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Berthold Bodoni' by Berthold, 'Bodoni No. 1 SB' and 'Bodoni No. 1 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Bodoni Serial' by SoftMaker, and 'TS Bodoni' by TypeShop Collection (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, posters, branding, fashion, luxury, dramatic, classic, display impact, elegant branding, editorial tone, luxury styling, didone-like, vertical stress, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, crisp.
A high-contrast serif with strong vertical stress, thick main stems, and very fine hairlines. Serifs are sharp and delicate with minimal bracketing, giving the letterforms a crisp, engraved feel. Proportions lean broad, with prominent caps and a relatively compact lowercase that emphasizes the heaviness of key strokes; counters remain fairly open, but joins and thin connections can get tight at smaller sizes. Numerals follow the same display logic, mixing sturdy verticals with razor-thin cross-strokes and terminals.
Best suited for headlines, magazine covers, fashion/editorial layouts, and branding moments where sharp contrast and elegance are desired. It can work for short pull quotes and large-size titles, but extended small-size setting may lose the delicate hairlines and reduce clarity.
The font reads as polished and attention-grabbing, with a glamorous, editorial tone. Its pronounced contrast and refined hairlines project formality and prestige, while the bold weight adds theatrical impact for headlines.
Designed to deliver a modern, high-fashion serif look with dramatic contrast and crisp detailing, prioritizing impact and sophistication in display settings. The consistent vertical emphasis and refined serifs suggest an intent to evoke classic print luxury while staying bold and contemporary.
In text, the darkest strokes dominate and the hairlines become extremely subtle, creating a shimmering rhythm typical of contrast-heavy display serifs. The ampersand and punctuation inherit the same sharp, high-contrast detailing, reinforcing a cohesive, stylized voice.