Sans Contrasted Obgi 2 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, fashion, dramatic, refined, authoritative, space saving, display impact, editorial tone, premium styling, modern elegance, tall, condensed, vertical, crisp, elegant.
A tall, condensed typeface with pronounced contrast between thick vertical stems and hairline connecting strokes. Curves are smooth and controlled, with a largely vertical stress and crisp terminals that stay clean rather than overly decorative. The overall rhythm is narrow and upright, with generous inner counters for the width, and a consistent, disciplined modulation that becomes especially evident in letters like E/F/T and in the thin diagonals of V/W/X. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, mixing sturdy stems with fine joins for a sharp, print-like presence.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and brand statements where contrast and condensed width help maximize impact in limited space. It can work well for magazine and fashion-oriented layouts, posters, and premium packaging where crisp, high-contrast letterforms are a feature rather than a liability.
The font reads as refined and dramatic, with a strong editorial voice. Its compressed proportions and high contrast give it a fashion-forward, confident tone that feels premium and deliberate rather than casual.
The design intention appears centered on delivering a modern, space-efficient display voice with strong verticality and refined contrast, aimed at high-impact typographic settings where elegance and authority are important.
The design relies on hairline horizontals and joins, which heighten elegance but can visually thin out at smaller sizes or on low-resolution output. In display settings, the tight width and sharp contrast create striking word shapes and strong vertical emphasis.