Sans Contrasted Obsi 3 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, branding, posters, refined, modern, formal, crisp, refinement, premium tone, space economy, editorial clarity, modern elegance, sharp terminals, vertical stress, tight spacing, clean rhythm, tall proportions.
This typeface shows tall, compact proportions with a relatively tight overall footprint and clear vertical rhythm. Strokes exhibit pronounced contrast, with strong, straight stems and finer connecting strokes and joins, producing a crisp, polished texture. Terminals are clean and sharp, with minimal curvature at stroke endings and a generally controlled, precise drawing. Counters are neatly shaped and slightly compact, while curves (notably in round letters and numerals) maintain a smooth, even modulation that keeps the style consistent across the set.
It performs best in headlines, subheads, and short editorial blocks where its contrast and compact proportions can be appreciated. The style also suits brand marks and packaging for premium or minimalist identities, as well as poster typography where a crisp, refined texture is desirable.
The overall tone is refined and editorial, combining a contemporary neatness with a formal, fashion-forward feel. Its high-contrast construction and slender proportions lend it a confident, premium voice that reads as poised rather than casual.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, high-contrast voice in a compact, space-efficient form, prioritizing elegance and a clean typographic rhythm. Its consistent modulation and sharp finishing suggest an aim toward polished editorial and brand-facing applications.
In text, the contrast creates a lively sparkle that can become more pronounced at smaller sizes, while at display sizes it looks especially crisp and elegant. The numerals follow the same contrast-driven logic, with curved figures showing the most visible modulation and straight figures appearing particularly clean and assertive.