Sans Contrasted Obti 7 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book design, branding, headlines, elegant, refined, formal, classic, space-saving, refinement, editorial tone, classic voice, display clarity, crisp, stately, high-waisted, calligraphic, bookish.
A high-contrast, text-oriented design with slender main strokes and sharp, tapered terminals. The letterforms are compact in width with a tall, vertical stance, and contrast is expressed through thin hairlines and stronger stems. Curves are smooth and disciplined, with a controlled, slightly calligraphic modulation that gives counters a clean, open feel despite the narrow set. Capitals read stately and structured, while the lowercase maintains a traditional rhythm with clear joins and a measured, even texture in words.
Well-suited to editorial typography such as magazines, book interiors, and pull quotes where a refined, high-contrast texture is desirable. It also works effectively for branding, packaging, and display headlines that benefit from a narrow, elegant silhouette and crisp detail.
The overall tone is polished and literary, leaning toward classic editorial sophistication. Its strong contrast and narrow proportions create a sense of formality and restraint, while the fine hairlines add a delicate, upscale finish suited to cultural and print-forward contexts.
Likely designed to provide a sophisticated, space-efficient reading and display voice: narrow proportions for economy, strong contrast for elegance, and a disciplined upright rhythm for clarity in continuous text.
At text sizes the thin hairlines and tight letter widths create a refined gray, while at larger sizes the sharp joins and contrast become more prominent and decorative. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with slim figures that align well with the typeface’s compact horizontal footprint.