Serif Contrasted Sihe 3 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Frasa' and 'Frasa Display' by Tokotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, branding, posters, luxury, dramatic, classical, prestige, impact, elegance, drama, editorial voice, didone-like, hairline, vertical stress, sharp serifs, crisp terminals.
A sharply cut italic serif with dramatic thick–thin modulation and a strong vertical stress. Strokes swell into heavy main stems and taper quickly into fine hairlines, with crisp, pointed serifs and tapered entry/exit terminals. The forms are compact and slightly condensed in rhythm, with tight inner counters in letters like a, e, and s, and energetic diagonals in v/w/x that end in knife-like points. Numerals follow the same calligraphic slant and contrast, producing an overall sleek, high-tension texture in text.
Best suited for headlines, pull quotes, mastheads, and short editorial passages where the dramatic contrast and italic motion can be appreciated. It’s a strong option for fashion, luxury, and cultural branding, as well as posters and packaging where a refined but attention-grabbing voice is needed.
The overall tone is polished and theatrical, combining refined elegance with a sense of speed and flair. It reads as high-end and display-forward, with a fashion and magazine sensibility that feels formal rather than casual.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-contrast italic with an elegant, prestige-driven voice—pairing classic serif refinement with heightened contrast and sharp detailing for maximum impact in display settings.
Round characters (o, c, e) show a pronounced contrast pattern that creates bright highlights and dark anchors, while capitals maintain a stately, engraved quality. The italic slant is consistent across cases, and the sharp joins and terminals give the font a crisp, print-ready edge that becomes especially striking at larger sizes.