Sans Contrasted Apge 1 is a very light, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, branding, posters, elegant, refined, airy, modern-classic, display elegance, editorial voice, premium branding, modern classic, hairline, crisp, delicate, tall, calligraphic.
A delicate, high-contrast roman with hairline connections and sharply defined thick–thin transitions. The letters are tall and compact in their set width, with small apertures and a disciplined, vertical stance. Curves are smooth and controlled, and terminals tend toward tapered, calligraphic finishes rather than blunt cuts, giving the outlines a precise, drawn quality. Spacing appears measured and consistent, producing a clean, even rhythm in running text despite the very fine strokes.
Best suited to headlines, deck lines, pull quotes, and other display applications where the crisp modulation can be appreciated. It can also support upscale branding and editorial layouts that benefit from a light, refined voice, especially in generous sizes and with comfortable leading.
The overall tone is polished and understated, leaning toward a contemporary editorial elegance. Its thin hairlines and refined modulation convey sophistication and restraint, with a fashion-like clarity that feels premium and curated rather than utilitarian.
The design appears intended to deliver a sleek, premium reading of a contrasted roman—combining a compact footprint with elegant, calligraphic stress and minimal ornamentation. It aims for a modern, fashion-forward presence while retaining classical structure and typographic discipline.
The design’s contrast and slim joins make it feel most confident at larger sizes, where the fine detail reads as intentional finesse. Numerals and capitals follow the same tall, poised construction, supporting cohesive headline and display setting.