Sans Contrasted Okmes 3 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'TA Modern Times' by Tural Alisoy (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, branding, headlines, publishing, posters, modern classic, elegant, confident, refined, refinement, readability, editorial tone, premium branding, crisp, airy, tapered, bracketed, calligraphic.
This typeface presents open, generously proportioned letterforms with pronounced stroke contrast and smooth, tapered transitions. Curves are round and polished, while joins and terminals feel carefully controlled, producing a crisp, high-definition texture. The lowercase shows a two-storey “a” and “g” with compact bowls and clear apertures, and the numerals follow the same refined contrast with graceful curves and steady alignment. Overall spacing reads comfortable and even, giving text a calm rhythm without looking rigid.
Well-suited for magazines, book and journal typography, and brand systems that need an elevated voice. It can carry headlines and subheads with presence, while still maintaining a consistent, readable texture in larger blocks of text. The numerals are appropriate for pull quotes, dates, and display-driven data in editorial layouts.
The tone is editorial and sophisticated, balancing contemporary clarity with a classic, literary sensibility. Its contrast and poised curves add a sense of authority and polish, making it feel premium and composed rather than casual or utilitarian.
The design appears aimed at delivering a polished, premium text-and-display companion with strong contrast and generous proportions. It prioritizes clarity and refinement, using tapered strokes and controlled terminals to create an elegant, contemporary reading experience.
Uppercase forms lean toward broad, stable silhouettes, and the design keeps counters open enough to remain readable in continuous text. The contrast creates a lively vertical rhythm, while rounded forms (C, G, O, Q) and the shaped terminals help avoid a purely geometric feel.