Serif Contrasted Upsy 3 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cardillac' by Hoftype (names referenced only for comparison).
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A high-contrast serif with strong vertical stems and extremely fine hairlines, creating a crisp, polished rhythm across both caps and lowercase. Serifs are delicate and sharp, with largely unbracketed connections and clean, tapered entry/exit strokes. The proportions read slightly expansive, with generous curves on rounds and a confident, sculpted presence in capitals; the lowercase maintains a steady, bookish structure with clear, traditional forms. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, pairing sturdy main strokes with thin, precise detailing for a cohesive text-and-display system.
Best suited to display typography where its contrast and hairline detailing can be appreciated—magazine headlines, fashion and beauty branding, premium product packaging, and striking poster titles. It can also work for short text passages or pull quotes when set with enough size and breathing room to preserve the fine strokes.
The overall tone is luxurious and cultivated, with a dramatic sparkle that feels at home in premium editorial settings. Its razor-thin details and poised construction convey sophistication, confidence, and a distinctly modern take on classic serif elegance.
This design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, high-fashion serif voice: classic letterforms refined into a sharply contrasted, high-impact style for premium communication. The emphasis on vertical strength and delicate finishing suggests a focus on elegance and visual drama rather than utilitarian neutrality.
At larger sizes the contrast and hairlines become a feature, emphasizing sharpness and refinement; in dense text the thin strokes can visually recede, making spacing and size choices important for consistent color. The italic is not shown, and the roman maintains a steady, upright posture with a composed, formal demeanor.