Sans Contrasted Myro 2 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Contralto' by Synthview (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazine, branding, posters, packaging, fashion, editorial, elegant, dramatic, airy, editorial tone, luxury signal, display emphasis, elegant texture, dramatic contrast, calligraphic, sharp, sleek, refined, tapered.
A slanted, high‑fashion text face built from razor-thin hairlines and fuller, wedge-like thick strokes that create a crisp, graphic rhythm. Letterforms are narrow and upright in construction but strongly inclined, with long, pointed terminals and frequent tapered joins that feel pen-driven. Curves are smooth and taut (notably in C, O, S, and the lowercase bowls), while diagonals and stems often end in needlelike tips. Capitals are stately and open with generous counters; lowercase forms stay compact with a moderate x-height and distinct, narrow apertures, giving text a light, shimmering texture.
Best suited to fashion-led branding, magazine and book display typography, and high-end packaging where contrast and slant can carry the visual voice. It performs especially well for pull quotes, cover lines, titles, and short-to-medium editorial settings where its shimmering hairlines and tapered strokes can be appreciated.
The overall tone is luxurious and editorial, with a sense of speed and poise. Its sharp contrasts and needle terminals read as couture and modern—dramatic in headlines, yet still composed and orderly in longer lines. The italics convey sophistication and a slightly theatrical flair rather than casual handwriting.
The design appears intended to deliver an elegant, contemporary editorial italic with pronounced stroke drama and sharp finishing. By combining smooth, controlled curves with needle terminals and tapered thick strokes, it aims to create a premium, attention-grabbing texture that remains disciplined and legible in carefully set text.
Numerals follow the same refined contrast language, with slender spines and emphatic thick strokes that make figures feel elegant but delicate. Some glyphs feature extreme hairline diagonals and tight joins that heighten sparkle at display sizes but may require careful sizing and spacing in small text or low-resolution environments.