Serif Contrasted Ibna 5 is a regular weight, narrow, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Arshila' by Bykineks (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, luxury, posters, elegant, refined, dramatic, luxury voice, editorial impact, display refinement, modern classic, hairline, vertical stress, didone-like, sharp serifs, crisp.
A crisp high-contrast serif with pronounced vertical stress, featuring stout main stems and extremely fine hairlines. Serifs are sharp and minimally bracketed, giving terminals a clean, cut-in look rather than a soft transition. Counters are relatively tight and forms feel compact, with narrow proportions and a slightly variable rhythm across letters that adds sparkle in text. The lowercase shows a delicate, calligraphic touch in details like the ear and finials (notably in g and y), while caps maintain a poised, sculptural presence. Numerals match the display character with strong thick–thin modulation and small, precise details.
Best suited for headlines, magazine typography, and brand moments where elegance and contrast are the point. It works particularly well for fashion, beauty, luxury, and cultural editorial layouts, as well as large-scale posters and titles where the hairlines can be appreciated.
The overall tone is luxurious and editorial, with a dramatic contrast that reads as fashion-forward and premium. It feels polished and formal, leaning toward classic print refinement rather than casual utility.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-fashion interpretation of a classic high-contrast serif: strong verticals, refined hairlines, and crisp serifs that create a striking, premium voice in display settings while remaining usable for short passages of text at generous sizes.
In continuous text the hairlines create a lively shimmer, especially at larger sizes, while the compact widths and tight apertures keep the texture dense and sophisticated. The design’s sharp joins and fine terminals emphasize precision and a contemporary edge within a traditional high-contrast model.