Sans Contrasted Afla 14 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A sharply contrasted roman with hairline horizontals and slender joins set against sturdier vertical strokes. The forms are clean and measured, with flared, wedge-like terminals that read as serif-less at a distance but give the letters a subtly sculpted finish. Curves are smooth and fairly open, counters stay generous, and the overall rhythm feels calm and controlled. The lowercase shows a compact, contemporary structure with a simple single-storey a, a straight-stemmed l, and a two-storey g with a pronounced lower bowl; the numerals follow the same high-contrast logic with crisp, fine details.
Well suited to magazine typography, brand wordmarks, and premium packaging where its crisp contrast can read as intentional and upscale. It performs especially well for titles, deck lines, and short text blocks set with ample size and leading.
The font conveys a polished, fashion-forward tone—quietly luxurious rather than overtly decorative. Its sharp contrast and airy hairlines create a sense of sophistication and precision, lending a confident, editorial voice to headlines and pull quotes.
The design appears aimed at delivering a contemporary, high-contrast look with minimalist detailing—pairing sharp, elegant stroke modulation with restrained, near-serifless terminals for a modern editorial aesthetic.
At larger sizes the fine horizontals and delicate terminals become a defining feature, while at smaller sizes those hairlines may visually lighten and require comfortable sizing and spacing to keep the texture even. The wide, open rounds and tapered endings help maintain clarity in display settings.