Sans Contrasted Dawa 10 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, branding, posters, fashion, elegant, refined, contemporary, display focus, premium tone, editorial voice, modern classic, crisp, airy, high-contrast, calligraphic, sharp.
This typeface is built from very high-contrast strokes with crisp, knife-like hairlines and fuller verticals, creating a bright, airy texture. Terminals are tapered and sharply finished, and curves feel drawn with a controlled, calligraphic logic rather than purely geometric construction. Proportions are classical and slightly condensed in places, with tall capitals, a moderate x-height, and a clean, upright stance. Overall rhythm is deliberate and refined, with contrast driving the letterforms’ structure and giving the font a sculpted, display-forward presence.
This font is best suited to headlines, magazine typography, and brand expressions where a refined, high-contrast voice is desired. It can work effectively for posters, titles, and pull quotes where generous size and spacing allow the thin strokes to remain clear.
The overall tone is elegant and editorial, balancing classic sophistication with a modern, high-fashion edge. Its sharp detailing and dramatic stroke modulation convey confidence and polish, reading as premium and curated rather than casual or utilitarian.
The design appears intended to deliver a sleek, high-contrast aesthetic with a contemporary editorial sensibility. It prioritizes elegance, sharp finish work, and dramatic stroke modulation to create a distinctive voice for display-oriented typography.
Round letters show tight, controlled bowls and pronounced thick–thin transitions, while diagonals and joins narrow into fine points that heighten the sense of precision. In the sample text, the strong contrast and delicate hairlines create a distinctive sparkle that becomes more pronounced at larger sizes.