Serif Contrasted Haba 3 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Allrounder Didone Big' by Identity Letters (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazine, branding, logotypes, packaging, luxury, editorial, fashion, classical, dramatic, editorial impact, luxury tone, elegant emphasis, brand refinement, hairline serifs, vertical stress, calligraphic, didone-esque, elegant.
A high-contrast italic serif with pronounced vertical stress, razor-thin hairlines, and strong thick-to-thin transitions. The letterforms are sharply tapered and cleanly finished, with delicate, mostly unbracketed serifs and crisp entry/exit strokes that give a refined, engraved feel. Proportions are relatively narrow and tall in the caps, while the italic rhythm creates a lively, forward slant; the lowercase shows flowing joins and a slightly calligraphic modulation. Numerals follow the same dramatic contrast and sweeping italics, reading as display-oriented rather than utilitarian.
Best suited for headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and other large-size editorial typography where its contrast and italic motion can be fully appreciated. It’s also a strong choice for premium branding applications—beauty, fashion, hospitality, and luxury goods—especially for logotypes, product names, and packaging accents. For long-form reading, it will generally perform better in short passages or larger point sizes where the hairlines remain clear.
The overall tone is sophisticated and high-fashion, projecting a sense of luxury and cultivated restraint. Its dramatic contrast and poised slant feel at home in glossy editorial settings, where elegance and emphasis are more important than neutrality. The style also carries a classical, European flavor—formal, tasteful, and a bit theatrical.
This design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-contrast italic voice that reads as refined and upscale, emphasizing elegance, drama, and editorial impact. The consistent vertical stress and hairline detailing suggest a focus on fashionable display typography rather than everyday text neutrality.
In text settings the thin hairlines and tight details become especially prominent, producing a bright, sparkling texture at larger sizes. The italic construction is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, with occasional flourished terminals (notably on letters like j, f, and y) that add personality without becoming overtly decorative.