Sans Normal Tabov 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, posters, branding, elegant, fashion, refined, dramatic, luxury tone, editorial clarity, display impact, modern refinement, hairline stress, crisp, high-contrast, rational, airy.
A sharply drawn, high-contrast roman with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, clean terminals. Curves are smooth and taut, with round forms that read as elliptical and polished, while verticals carry most of the weight. Proportions feel slightly condensed in places with a lively, uneven rhythm across glyph widths, and counters remain open despite the strong contrast. Numerals and capitals show clear baseline discipline and a composed, print-oriented finish.
This font suits headlines, magazine and book display typography, pull quotes, and brand wordmarks where high contrast and refinement are desirable. It works well for fashion, culture, and luxury-facing layouts, and for large-scale applications like posters where its hairlines and sculpted curves can be appreciated.
The overall tone is sophisticated and composed, with a dramatic, luxury-leaning contrast that suggests premium publishing and curated branding. Its crisp hairlines and confident vertical emphasis give it a poised, formal voice that feels contemporary rather than ornate.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, polished display voice built around dramatic contrast and clean, restrained detailing. It prioritizes elegance and visual snap, aiming for premium editorial and branding contexts where a refined, high-fashion tone is appropriate.
In the text sample, the strong contrast creates bright texture at larger sizes, while the thinnest strokes and fine details look more delicate, implying better presence in display settings than in dense, small text. The shapes maintain a consistent, controlled geometry across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, supporting a clean, editorial look.