Sans Contrasted Vale 10 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Classike' by Emtype Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, branding, posters, dramatic, luxury, theatrical, display impact, brand signature, modern luxury, editorial voice, graphic texture, modulated, crisp, sharp, sculptural, flared.
This typeface is built from broad, blocky forms contrasted by extremely fine hairline cuts that behave like incised strokes rather than traditional serifs. The overall silhouette is squarish and vertical, with wide bowls and straight-sided stems, while counters are clean and generously open. Many characters show distinctive tapered terminals and razor-thin diagonal or vertical slashes (notably in A, K, Q, X, k, and v), creating a carved, stencil-like rhythm. Numerals and capitals feel monumentally proportioned, with strong horizontals and tight joins that emphasize a graphic, poster-oriented texture.
Best suited for display sizes such as magazine headlines, fashion or beauty branding, posters, title cards, and striking packaging. It can also work for short pull quotes or subheads where its sharp internal cuts and sculpted shapes can be appreciated without clogging.
The tone is assertive and high-end, combining blunt weight with elegant, knife-thin detailing for a couture/editorial feel. It reads as dramatic and attention-seeking, with a slightly experimental edge that suggests modern luxury branding rather than utilitarian typography.
The design appears intended to fuse a bold, modern grotesque backbone with ornamental hairline incisions to create a distinctive, premium display voice. Its exaggerated internal contrast and carved detailing aim to deliver immediate impact and a recognizable brand texture.
In text, the hairline incisions create sparkling highlights and a distinctive patterning, especially in mixed-case settings and around diagonals. The design’s thin cuts are visually delicate at smaller sizes, while the heavy verticals maintain strong presence in headlines.