Sans Contrasted Tyme 5 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, fashion, branding, luxury, dramatic, refined, editorial impact, premium branding, modern elegance, display clarity, high contrast, hairline, crisp, elegant, sculpted.
This typeface shows crisp, high-contrast construction with razor-thin hairlines paired against firm vertical stems and smooth, swelling curves. Terminals often finish in sharp, tapered points, and round letters (C, O, Q) have a polished, calligraphic modulation rather than monoline geometry. Uppercase proportions feel stately with generous curves and pronounced stress, while the lowercase keeps a measured, readable x-height and a slightly more bookish rhythm; details like the single-storey “g” and a long-tailed “y” add character. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, mixing sturdy straights with delicate joins for a consistent, refined color in display sizes.
It performs best in headlines, decks, pull quotes, and other editorial display contexts where contrast and sharp detailing can be appreciated. It can also support premium branding and packaging, especially where a refined, fashion-forward voice is desired; for extended small text, adequate size and production quality will help preserve the hairline detail.
The overall tone is sophisticated and dramatic, balancing elegance with assertive contrast. It evokes a contemporary editorial sensibility—poised, upscale, and slightly theatrical—suited to settings where sharp refinement is part of the message.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-contrast voice with a polished, couture-like finish—combining classic stress and sculpted curves with a clean, contemporary discipline. Its forms prioritize impact and elegance while retaining enough structure to set short passages with clarity.
Spacing reads even in the sample text, but the extreme hairlines and pointed joins make the design feel most confident when reproduced cleanly and at moderate-to-large sizes. The variable letter widths contribute to an organic rhythm, with wider rounds and narrower vertical forms creating a lively texture across lines.