Sans Contrasted Myhu 3 is a light, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Lust Sans' by Positype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, posters, branding, dramatic, elegant, refined, luxury tone, display impact, expressive italic, editorial voice, stylistic contrast, calligraphic, razor-thin, sculptural, airy, stylized.
A highly stylized italic with striking thick–thin modulation and an overall rightward slant. Letterforms combine broad, wedge-like main strokes with hairline connections and terminals, creating a crisp, razor-edged silhouette. Curves are smooth and taut, while straight strokes often taper sharply, giving the design a sculptural, cut-paper feel. Spacing and widths vary noticeably between glyphs, contributing to an expressive rhythm rather than a strictly uniform texture.
Best suited to display typography such as magazine headlines, fashion and beauty branding, posters, and high-impact pull quotes. It can also work for short, prominent packaging or identity text where its hairline details and sharp contrast can be appreciated.
The typeface reads as couture and editorial, projecting polish, drama, and a sense of deliberate styling. Its high-contrast strokes and hairline details evoke luxury and sophistication, while the energetic italic movement adds theatricality and flair.
The design appears intended as a statement italic that prioritizes elegance and visual contrast, offering a refined, high-fashion voice for prominent typographic moments. Its pronounced modulation and stylized terminals suggest an emphasis on expressive form and premium tone over neutral, utilitarian reading.
Several characters feature distinctive, calligraphic hairline hooks and swashes (notably in curved letters and some numerals), which intensify the contrast and visual sparkle. The overall texture becomes more expressive at larger sizes, where the hairlines and sharp tapers remain a defining feature.