Sans Contrasted Egra 5 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, editorial, book covers, pull quotes, classic, elegant, refined, literary, stylish italic, calligraphic feel, editorial voice, elegant emphasis, sharp contrast, flared strokes, calligraphic, wedge terminals, brisk slant, sharp joins.
This italic face shows a pronounced rightward slant and strong thick–thin modulation, with a brisk, calligraphic rhythm. Strokes taper into pointed, wedge-like terminals rather than fully bracketed serifs, and many joins are sharp and angular, especially in diagonals and arms. Counters are generally open and rounded, while verticals and stems carry most of the weight, giving letters a crisp, high-contrast silhouette. The numerals follow the same italic stress, with curved forms that feel drawn rather than geometric.
It works well for editorial headlines, magazine typography, and pull quotes where a refined italic voice is desired. The energetic, high-contrast shapes also suit book covers and branding that aims for a classic yet contemporary sophistication, especially in short to medium-length text blocks.
The overall tone is polished and literary, conveying a sense of tradition without feeling ornamental. Its energetic slant and sharp terminals add urgency and sophistication, making it feel well suited to stylish, editorial settings. The contrast and tapering also lend a slightly dramatic, fashion-leaning elegance.
This font appears intended as a stylish italic for contemporary typesetting that borrows from calligraphic construction and high-contrast drawing. The goal seems to be a clean, modern italic flavor with sharp, tapered terminals and a strong sense of forward movement, suitable for refined display typography and editorial emphasis.
The design emphasizes motion: diagonals and entry/exit strokes often narrow quickly, creating lively texture in longer lines. Spacing appears balanced for text, but the high contrast and sharp tapering make the letterforms feel most confident at display and medium text sizes where the details remain clear.