Sans Contrasted Afje 2 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bodrum Sans' by Bülent Yüksel (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, magazines, branding, headlines, posters, elegant, fashion, gallery, modernist, premium tone, editorial clarity, display impact, modern refinement, refined, airy, crisp, minimal, calligraphic.
This typeface is a refined, high-contrast design with clean, open counters and a predominantly straight, vertical stance. Strokes shift from very thin hairlines to firmer main stems, producing a crisp, sculpted rhythm across both text and display sizes. Curves are smooth and controlled, with tapered terminals and occasional angled cuts that add sharpness without becoming ornamental. Proportions feel balanced and slightly tall, with generous spacing and a calm baseline presence that keeps paragraphs readable while preserving a delicate, premium look.
It works especially well for editorial layouts, magazine typography, and brand identities that need a cultivated, high-end voice. The sharp contrast and clean shapes make it effective for headlines, pull quotes, and poster-style settings, while still maintaining a composed texture in larger blocks of text when set with adequate size and spacing.
The overall tone is poised and sophisticated, projecting an upscale, editorial sensibility. Its contrast and fine detailing suggest a contemporary luxury feel—confident and polished rather than casual or utilitarian.
The design intent appears to blend modern clarity with a fashion-forward, high-contrast voice—delivering a distinctive silhouette for display while maintaining enough regularity and openness for sustained reading in editorial contexts.
In the grid and text samples, the design shows consistent contrast behavior across rounds (C, O, G) and straights (H, I, N), giving a cohesive texture. The numerals follow the same refined logic, pairing slender joins with sturdier verticals for clear differentiation in headings and callouts.