Sans Contrasted Oppy 6 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, signage, art deco, theatrical, elegant, vintage, stylized, deco revival, decorative emphasis, headline impact, brand character, poster lettering, inline, high-waisted, geometric, flared terminals, calligraphic.
A stylized display face with clean, sans-like construction enriched by pronounced inline striping on many vertical stems and a mix of straight geometry and swelling curves. Stroke behavior alternates between crisp, narrow uprights and thicker, rounded bowls, creating a lively rhythm and a slightly ornamental silhouette. Proportions lean tall and high-waisted, with small counters and tight inner spaces in letters like B, P, and R, while round forms (O/Q) show strong thick–thin modulation. The lowercase is relatively compact and readable, with single-storey a and g, rounded dot forms, and a distinctive, slightly calligraphic flow in letters such as j, y, and f.
Best suited to headlines and short-to-medium display text where the inline striping and contrasted curves can be appreciated. It works well for posters, event branding, packaging, and signage that wants a vintage-modern, Deco-leaning voice, and can also serve as a characterful logotype or wordmark font.
The overall tone feels distinctly Art Deco and stage-ready—sleek, glamorous, and a bit dramatic. The inline detailing and flared curves suggest classic poster lettering and early 20th-century signage, balancing sophistication with a playful sense of display flair.
The design appears intended to deliver a refined, period-inspired display look that reads clearly while adding built-in decoration through inline strokes and sculpted curves. It aims to evoke classic show-card and Deco lettering without relying on traditional serifs, using vertical rhythm and contrast to create instant presence.
The inline treatment is most prominent in capitals and select lowercase, giving headlines a striped, dimensional effect even in flat black. Numerals are simple and open, pairing well with the caps’ vertical emphasis, while letters like Q and G provide memorable, sculpted shapes that add personality in short settings.