Sans Contrasted Afva 13 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A crisp, high-contrast roman with clean, unbracketed finishing and a distinctly sculpted stroke rhythm. Vertical stems read firm and straight while bowls and joins transition into hairline-thin curves, giving the forms a polished, ink-trap-free clarity. Proportions feel slightly tall and fashion-forward, with compact apertures and taut curves that keep counters controlled. The lowercase shows a tidy, bookish construction with a two-storey a and g, a narrow r, and a delicate, high crossbar on t; numerals follow the same sharp-thick/thin logic with elegant curves and pointed terminals.
Best suited for headlines, decks, pull quotes, and other display-forward settings where contrast and sharp detailing can be appreciated. It can work in premium branding and packaging, as well as magazine and cultural layouts, particularly when paired with generous leading and moderate tracking for longer text passages.
The overall tone is refined and contemporary, with a poised, editorial sensibility. Strong contrast and sharp endings add a sense of luxury and precision, reading as confident and slightly formal rather than casual or friendly.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, polished voice by combining classical contrast with clean, pared-back finishing. Its controlled proportions and sharp stroke modulation aim to provide an elegant, fashion-oriented look that stays crisp and legible in prominent typographic roles.
In the text sample, the contrast creates a lively sparkle at larger sizes, while the thinnest strokes and tight details suggest care with size choice for comfortable reading. Curved letters (C, O, S) feel especially smooth and controlled, and diagonals (V, W, Y) have a dramatic, tapered presence that reinforces the font’s stylish cadence.