Sans Contrasted Ofnom 5 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, headlines, magazines, branding, posters, refined, modern, calm, authoritative, modern refinement, clarity, editorial tone, premium branding, crisp, clean, airy, sharp, precise.
This typeface shows a clean, contemporary construction with noticeable stroke modulation that reads as a refined contrast rather than calligraphic texture. Curves are smooth and controlled, terminals are mostly plain and sharply finished, and counters stay open, giving the forms an airy, uncluttered rhythm. Uppercase proportions feel balanced and slightly spacious, while the lowercase maintains a steady, readable silhouette with clear differentiation between similar shapes. Numerals are straightforward and legible, matching the same restrained contrast and crisp finishing.
Well-suited for magazine and editorial layouts, especially for headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and short-to-medium passages where a refined contrast can add polish. It can also work effectively in branding and packaging that aims for a modern, premium tone, and in poster or campaign typography where clarity and sophistication are key.
The overall tone is polished and quietly confident, leaning toward an editorial, high-end feel without becoming ornate. Its contrast and crisp terminals add a sense of sophistication and clarity, suitable for brands or content that want to appear modern, composed, and precise.
The design appears intended to blend modern simplicity with a measured amount of contrast, offering a cleaner alternative to overtly decorative styles while still providing visual interest. It aims for versatility across display and text settings, emphasizing legibility, crisp finishing, and a composed editorial voice.
In text, the spacing and open counters help it stay clear at larger paragraph sizes, while the contrast provides a subtle typographic “sparkle” that can elevate headings. The letterforms remain consistent in style across cases, with rounded shapes (like O/C/G) staying smooth and even, and diagonals (like V/W/X) appearing crisp and well-defined.