Sans Contrasted Dufe 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, luxury, refined, dramatic, fashion, display impact, editorial tone, premium branding, modern refinement, high-contrast, calligraphic, crisp, elegant, sculpted.
This typeface presents a sharp, high-contrast construction with thin hairlines and weighty main strokes that create a strongly sculpted rhythm. Curves are smooth and tensioned, with crisp terminals and a generally vertical stress that reads cleanly in both caps and lowercase. Proportions feel slightly condensed in some forms with notable width variation across the set, while counters remain open and well-defined. Numerals and punctuation follow the same contrast logic, giving the whole design a polished, print-like finish.
Best suited to headlines, large pull quotes, magazine layouts, and campaign typography where contrast and silhouette can be appreciated. It can also support premium branding, packaging, and title treatments when paired with a calmer companion for longer reading.
The overall tone is poised and upscale, with a dramatic contrast that signals sophistication and ceremony. It feels editorial and fashion-forward rather than utilitarian, delivering a sense of precision, confidence, and curated taste.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-contrast voice that bridges classic editorial elegance with a contemporary, clean presentation. Its consistent contrast system and refined terminals suggest a focus on impactful display typography and brand-forward communication.
In the text sample, the font holds together well at display sizes, where the hairlines and heavy strokes produce a striking sparkle. At smaller sizes, the very fine strokes and sharp joins may demand careful production choices (size, output method, and background) to preserve clarity.