Sans Contrasted Kyhi 5 is a very light, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, branding, logotypes, posters, modern, elegant, airy, refined, fashion-forward, high-fashion feel, display impact, modern refinement, geometric clarity, monoline accents, hairline stems, geometric bowls, open apertures, clean terminals.
This sans shows an extreme contrast strategy: hairline verticals and joins paired with fuller horizontal strokes and curved bowls, creating a crisp, graphic rhythm. Forms lean geometric with smooth, near-circular rounds (O, Q, 0) and simplified construction, while terminals are clean and mostly unadorned. The overall color on the page is light and open, with generous counters and a delicate skeleton that emphasizes vertical hairlines. Lowercase shapes follow a straightforward, modern model with single-storey a and g, and the numerals mix circular figures with slim stems for a sleek, display-leaning texture.
It suits headlines, fashion or lifestyle editorial, and brand systems where a distinctive, high-contrast sans can carry the visual identity. It also works well for logotypes and large-format poster typography, especially where clean geometry and a light, upscale tone are desired.
The tone is minimalist and polished, reading as contemporary and design-conscious. Its sharp contrast gives it a couture/editorial feel—cool, intentional, and a bit dramatic—while remaining clean rather than ornamental.
The design appears intended to translate the drama of high-contrast typography into a sans-serif framework: maximizing elegance through hairline structure and simplified geometric forms, optimized for attention-grabbing display settings.
The contrast creates striking word shapes at larger sizes, with thin strokes contributing to a bright, spacious texture. Round characters and punctuation feel particularly smooth and controlled, reinforcing a refined, geometric impression.