Sans Contrasted Abri 5 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, branding, packaging, fashion, luxury, dramatic, refined, editorial display, premium branding, modern elegance, dramatic contrast, high-contrast, calligraphic, sculpted, crisp, elegant.
A highly contrasted Latin typeface with sharp transitions between thick verticals and hairline horizontals and diagonals. Letterforms are upright and cleanly drawn, with pointed terminals and tapered joins that suggest a calligraphic skeleton rendered with modern precision. Curves are smooth and controlled, counters are moderately open, and spacing reads even in running text while maintaining a strong vertical rhythm. Uppercase proportions feel stately and slightly narrow, while the lowercase keeps a balanced, readable x-height and distinctive, blade-like serifs/finials that add sparkle at display sizes.
This font is well suited to headlines, large-format editorial typography, and brand marks that benefit from a refined, high-contrast look. It can also work for upscale packaging and invitations where crisp details and a dressy tone are desired, especially at sizes that protect the delicate strokes.
The overall tone is polished and high-fashion, combining elegance with a sense of drama. Its thin hairlines and crisp detailing evoke luxury publishing and premium branding, while the steady structure keeps it from feeling overly ornamental.
The type appears designed to deliver a contemporary, high-contrast voice with a fashionable, editorial sensibility. Its controlled geometry and consistent rhythm aim to balance display-level sophistication with practical readability in short passages.
The design’s impact comes from the contrast and the sharp, refined terminals, which create a bright texture and pronounced rhythm in headlines. Numerals and capitals appear especially suited to prominent settings where the hairlines can be preserved.