Sans Contrasted Tigu 1 is a bold, narrow, high contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, titles, art deco, theatrical, retro, poster, elegant, impact, retro styling, compact fit, vertical emphasis, display clarity, condensed, vertical, flared terminals, sculpted curves, crisp joins.
A condensed display sans with pronounced vertical stress and crisp, clean edges. Strokes show strong thick–thin modulation, with weight concentrated on stems and tapered, flared endings on many curves and diagonals. Counters are compact and often teardrop-like, while round letters (C, O, G) read as tall ovals that reinforce the vertical rhythm. The overall spacing feels tight and columnar, producing a strong, continuous texture in lines of text.
Best suited to short, prominent text where its condensed width and high contrast can create impact—headlines, poster titles, packaging callouts, and brand wordmarks. It also works well for retro-themed identities or editorial display settings where a strong vertical rhythm is desirable.
The font projects a dramatic, period-leaning tone with a sleek, showcard confidence. Its sharp contrast and tall proportions evoke Art Deco signage and vintage poster typography, balancing elegance with a slightly eccentric, attention-grabbing character.
The design appears intended to deliver a compact, high-impact display look that references early 20th-century modernism and showcard lettering. Its controlled geometry and flared modulation aim to feel refined while remaining bold and attention-forward in large sizes.
Uppercase forms are particularly architectural, with simplified bowls and strong stem emphasis, while lowercase retains the same sculpted contrast for a cohesive voice. Numerals follow the same vertical, tapered logic, helping mixed alphanumeric settings keep a consistent, display-first presence.