Sans Contrasted Tyse 10 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, branding, posters, packaging, confident, classic, formal, authoritative, impact, authority, refinement, premium feel, editorial voice, crisp, bracketed, sculpted, calligraphic, sharp.
This typeface shows pronounced stroke modulation with thick verticals and notably thinner connecting strokes, producing a crisp, sculpted texture. Terminals are clean and often tapered, with wedge-like joins and subtle bracketed transitions that add a traditional, engraved feel to the outlines. Uppercase forms are broad and steady, while the lowercase features a two-storey “a,” a double-storey “g,” and compact counters that keep the rhythm dense and emphatic. Numerals are sturdy and high-impact, with clear curves and distinct stroke contrast that reads well at display sizes.
It is well suited to headlines, subheads, mastheads, and brand marks where contrast and weight can carry personality. It can also work for short editorial passages, pull quotes, and packaging copy when set with comfortable spacing and generous sizes to preserve clarity.
The overall tone is assertive and editorial, combining formality with a touch of classic refinement. Its contrast and sharp detailing evoke headlines, institutions, and premium branding where a strong, trustworthy voice is desired.
The letterforms suggest an intention to deliver a strong display voice with refined contrast—balancing a contemporary, clean silhouette with details that nod to traditional, engraved or calligraphic construction. The result prioritizes impact and sophistication over neutrality.
The design’s tight interior spaces and energetic contrast create a dark, commanding page color, especially in extended text. Diagonals (such as in K, V, W, X) appear sharply cut with thin joining strokes, reinforcing the crisp, high-definition character.