Serif Contrasted Upry 9 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, branding, posters, elegant, dramatic, refined, luxury tone, editorial impact, display refinement, modern classic, hairline serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, calligraphic, crisp.
A high-contrast serif with a poised, upright stance and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Stems read as strong verticals while hairline horizontals and serifs stay razor-thin, creating a crisp, shimmering texture in display sizes. Serifs are fine and sharp with minimal bracketing, and counters feel relatively compact, reinforcing a formal rhythm. Lowercase proportions favor a short x-height with taller ascenders, while select letters (notably the curved forms and the y) show graceful, calligraphic inflections and tapered terminals.
Best suited to headlines, magazine and book display typography, fashion and beauty branding, and large-format posters where its contrast can breathe. It can work for short subheads or pull quotes when set with generous leading and careful tracking, but it is most convincing when allowed to read as a statement face rather than dense text.
The overall tone is polished and luxurious, with a fashion-forward, editorial sensibility. Its dramatic contrast and crisp detailing suggest sophistication and a deliberate sense of ceremony, leaning more refined than friendly. The voice feels classic but styled—suited to high-end contexts where a bit of visual theater is desirable.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern take on a classic, high-contrast serif: sharp, luminous hairlines paired with confident verticals for a premium, editorial look. Its proportions and detailing prioritize elegance and impact, aiming for a distinctive, stylish presence in display typography.
In the sample text, the hairlines become a key part of the personality, so spacing and size will strongly influence readability. Round letters show a clear vertical-stress feel, and several glyphs include delicate joins and tapered strokes that add finesse but also emphasize the font’s display-first character.