Sans Contrasted Vaja 9 is a bold, narrow, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Aphirom' by Jipatype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, magazine, branding, packaging, fashion, editorial, dramatic, luxury, theatrical, impact, condensation, drama, flared, compressed, sharp, high-waisted, sculpted.
A compressed display face built around extreme thick–thin modulation and crisp, vertical stress. Stems are heavy and compact while joins and diagonals resolve into hairline connections, creating a striking light–dark rhythm across words. Terminals are mostly flat and clean, with occasional subtle flaring and razor-thin spur-like strokes (notably in forms like K, X, and some lowercase), giving the design a sculpted, poster-ready silhouette. Counters are tight and often teardrop-like, and the numerals follow the same showy contrast, with bold bodies and delicate hairline transitions.
Best suited to headlines, deck type, and short bursts of copy where the contrast can be appreciated—such as magazine covers, fashion or beauty campaigns, posters, and premium branding. It can also work for packaging and logotypes where a condensed, high-drama presence is desired.
The overall tone is glamorous and assertive, with a couture/editorial sensibility that feels intentionally dramatic. Its compressed proportions and stark contrast read as high-impact and slightly theatrical, suited to statements rather than quiet text.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual contrast and elegance within a compact footprint, prioritizing striking word shapes and editorial impact. Its forms emphasize sharp refinement and a luxe, contemporary display character.
The typeface maintains a consistent vertical rhythm despite the extreme modulation, but the delicate hairlines and tight apertures make it most effective at larger sizes. Lowercase includes a mix of sturdy, blocky stems and very fine connecting strokes, producing a lively texture and a distinctly display-oriented cadence.