Sans Contrasted Egba 5 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, branding, posters, packaging, editorial, fashion, luxury, dramatic, refined, elegance, impact, editorial voice, premium branding, modern classic, hairline, high-waist, crisp, sculptural, calligraphic.
This typeface features extremely thin hairline strokes paired with heavy verticals, creating a striking, high-contrast rhythm. Curves are smooth and tightly controlled, with sharp transitions and crisp terminals that often taper to fine points. Proportions feel tall and slightly condensed in the caps, while the lowercase maintains a steady, readable structure with a moderate x-height and clear counters. Overall spacing appears even and measured, letting the contrast and vertical emphasis drive the texture of text.
This font is best suited to display typography where its dramatic contrast can read cleanly—magazine headlines, fashion lookbooks, brand marks, premium packaging, and poster titles. It can also work for short bursts of text such as pull quotes or section headers, where a refined, high-end tone is desired.
The overall tone is polished and dramatic, with a strong editorial and fashion sensibility. Its razor-thin horizontals and sculpted curves convey elegance and exclusivity, while the bold vertical stress adds a confident, attention-grabbing presence. The result feels modern-classic: refined, intentional, and visually luxe.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary high-contrast look with a strong vertical backbone and elegant hairline detailing. It prioritizes visual impact and sophistication, aiming for a crisp, editorial texture that elevates titles and brand-forward typography.
Diagonal joins and apexes (notably in letters like A, V, W, and X) come to sharp, needle-like points, reinforcing the precision of the design. Numerals echo the same contrast strategy, mixing sturdy stems with delicate hairline connections, which makes them especially impactful at display sizes.