Sans Contrasted Omvi 2 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, branding, posters, classic, authoritative, formal, literary, display impact, editorial tone, classic authority, refined contrast, bracketed, calligraphic, sculpted, crisp, stately.
This typeface shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with sharp, tapering joins and a crisply cut silhouette. Terminals tend toward wedge-like or flared finishes, and many strokes transition into pointed or subtly curved tips that create a carved, ink-trap-free look at display sizes. Uppercase forms feel tall and structured with tight interior counters and a strong vertical presence, while lowercase has a slightly calligraphic rhythm—single-storey “g,” compact bowls, and sturdy stems with bracket-like transitions. Numerals are robust and stylized, with curved strokes and distinctive, slightly ornamental shaping that matches the letterforms.
Well-suited to headlines, magazine or editorial display settings, and book-cover typography where a classic, authoritative voice is desired. It can also work for branding and titling that benefits from a refined, high-contrast presence, especially at medium to large sizes.
The overall tone is refined and assertive, with a traditional, editorial character. Its high-contrast rhythm and chiseled terminals evoke a bookish, institutional mood—confident and formal rather than casual or playful.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional, high-contrast display voice with sculpted terminals and a crisp, engraved-like finish. Its shaping prioritizes character and impact, using calligraphic modulation and distinctive tips to create a memorable texture in headings and short text.
In text, the strong modulation and sharp detailing are most prominent in curves and diagonals (notably in letters like S, C, and Q), giving a lively, sculpted texture. The design reads best where its distinctive terminals and contrast can be appreciated, as the bold massing can build a dark typographic color in longer passages.