Sans Contrasted Nokem 1 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, headlines, branding, refined, classic, formal, bookish, elegance, readability, editorial clarity, premium tone, traditional voice, crisp, bracketed, calligraphic, tapered, open apertures.
This typeface shows a crisp, high-contrast construction with sharp, tapered terminals and clear thick–thin modulation. Capitals are stately and slightly narrow in feel, with clean joins and pointed apexes, while the lowercase maintains a steady rhythm and a moderate, text-friendly x-height. Curves are smooth and controlled, counters are generally open, and several forms (notably the two-storey “g” and the wedge-like terminals on letters such as “a,” “c,” and “s”) reinforce a calligraphic, engraved sensibility. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, combining slender stems with stronger curves for a coherent texture in running text.
It is well suited to editorial layouts, book or long-form text, and magazine typography where a refined, classic texture is desired. The strong contrast and crisp terminals also make it effective for headlines, pull quotes, and premium brand applications that benefit from a formal, cultured impression.
The overall tone is refined and traditional, with an editorial seriousness that reads as established and trustworthy. Its contrast and sharp finishing details give it a poised, slightly dramatic presence suited to polished typography rather than casual utility.
The design intention appears to balance traditional, calligraphic contrast with clean, contemporary clarity, aiming for a versatile face that feels at home in both display and reading contexts. Its controlled shapes and open counters suggest a focus on legibility while preserving an elegant, high-end character.
Spacing appears even and measured, producing a smooth line color in paragraph settings. The punctuation and basic symbols shown (including the ampersand) match the same restrained, high-contrast voice, supporting consistent typographic hierarchy.