Sans Contrasted Daho 4 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, elegant, refined, modern, confident, editorial impact, premium branding, display clarity, modern elegance, crisp, bracketless, razor-thin, sheared cuts, calligraphic.
This typeface presents a crisp, high-contrast construction with pronounced thick–thin modulation and sharp, clean terminals. Curves are smooth and controlled, while many joins and endings resolve into tapered or sheared cuts rather than rounded finishes, lending a precise, engraved feel. Uppercase forms are stately and proportionally steady, with wide bowls and clear counters; the lowercase shows a slightly more calligraphic rhythm, including a double-storey “g” and compact, sturdy verticals. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, with open shapes and delicate hairlines that emphasize a refined texture in larger sizes.
Best suited for headlines, pull quotes, mastheads, and other display-led typography where its contrast and fine hairlines can shine. It can also support high-end branding applications—logos, packaging, and campaign visuals—where a refined, contemporary voice is desired.
Overall it reads as polished and editorial, balancing modern clarity with a fashion-forward sense of elegance. The strong contrast and sharp detailing create a confident, premium tone that feels at home in sophisticated branding and display settings.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver a sleek, high-contrast look with minimal ornament, prioritizing sharp silhouettes and a premium editorial presence. Its combination of controlled geometry and calligraphic contrast suggests an intention to feel modern yet sophisticated, with strong impact at larger sizes.
In text, the alternating heavy stems and very fine hairlines create a lively sparkle, especially in combinations like “w”, “x”, and “y” where thin diagonals become prominent. The design’s precision makes spacing and rhythm feel deliberate, with clean silhouettes that stay composed even in dense lines.