Sans Contrasted Tabal 3 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cronos' by Adobe, 'Mestiza Sans' by Lechuga Type, 'Hildegard' by Linotype, and 'Accia Flare' and 'Accia Piano' by Mint Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, packaging, branding, classic, assertive, warm, retro, impactful readability, editorial authority, classic character, bracketed serifs, wedge terminals, soft curves, large counters, high weight.
This typeface shows sturdy, heavy letterforms with clearly bracketed serifs and wedge-like terminals that give strokes a carved, slightly calligraphic finish. Curves are broad and full, with generous counters and a steady, even rhythm in text. The lowercase has a traditional, bookish structure with a two-storey “a,” compact shoulders, and pronounced, stable stems; numerals are similarly robust and highly legible. Overall proportions feel slightly compact and grounded, with crisp joins and consistent vertical emphasis.
It performs especially well for headlines, subheads, and display typography where its heavy color and distinctive terminals can carry a page. It also suits editorial applications such as magazine features, pull quotes, and section openers. For branding and packaging, it can provide a traditional, premium voice with strong shelf impact.
The font projects a confident, editorial tone that feels established and trustworthy rather than trendy. Its weight and traditional detailing read as authoritative and formal, while the softened curves keep it approachable. The overall impression is classic and slightly retro, suited to strong, declarative typography.
The design appears intended to combine high-impact weight with conventional, readable letterforms, offering a familiar editorial foundation with enough contrast and terminal shaping to stand out in display settings.
At larger sizes the serif shaping and stroke modulation become more prominent, giving headlines a distinctive, engraved-like presence. In running text, the generous apertures and counters help maintain clarity despite the heavy color on the page.