Sans Contrasted Tyme 10 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Albra' by BumbumType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, branding, posters, book covers, editorial, refined, authoritative, classic, dramatic, editorial tone, premium feel, display clarity, classic-modern blend, crisp, sharp, sculpted, calligraphic, bracketed.
This typeface presents as a sculpted, high-contrast design with crisp, tapered stroke endings and subtly bracketed transitions into stems. Letterforms are upright and relatively narrow in their internal counters, with smooth, calligraphic modulation and sharp, triangular terminals in places (notably on diagonals and joins). Uppercase forms feel stately and constructed, while the lowercase shows traditional proportions with a two-storey “g” and a compact, slightly angled “e,” creating a lively texture. Numerals are similarly contrasty and formal, with elegant curves and fine hairlines that emphasize vertical rhythm.
It is well suited to headlines, deck copy, pull quotes, and other display-forward settings where contrast and sharp detailing can be appreciated. It can also support premium branding and packaging, as well as magazine and book-cover typography where a refined, authoritative tone is desired.
The overall tone is polished and editorial, conveying confidence and heritage without becoming ornamental. Strong contrast and crisp terminals give it a dramatic, upscale voice suited to serious or premium messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary editorial voice built on classic, contrast-driven letterform principles, balancing crisp modern sharpness with traditional proportions for a confident, premium look.
In text, the contrast creates clear word shapes and a distinct cadence, but the finest hairlines and tight apertures suggest it will look best when given enough size or print resolution. The design’s sharp joins and tapered endings add visual energy, especially in capitals and punctuation.