Sans Contrasted Tyme 6 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, magazine, branding, packaging, elegant, editorial, fashion, dramatic, refined, display impact, luxury tone, editorial styling, contemporary elegance, hairline, razor-sharp, high-waisted, crisp, chic.
This typeface is built around extreme thick–thin modulation with hairline connectors and long, tapering joins. Letters show a vertical, high-waisted stress and a crisp, clean silhouette with sharp terminals rather than rounded endings. The rhythm is tight and poised, with compact curves in C/O and pronounced contrast in joins and cross strokes; diagonals (V/W/X/Y) are especially blade-like. Lowercase forms are relatively compact with sturdy vertical stems and delicate linking strokes, and the numerals follow the same display-like contrast with thin interior transitions and bold outer strokes.
Best suited for headlines, magazine covers, pull quotes, and other display settings where the high contrast can be appreciated. It can also work well for branding, cosmetics/fashion packaging, and refined promotional materials where a luxurious, high-impact typographic voice is needed.
The overall tone reads polished and high-fashion, with a dramatic, editorial presence that feels luxurious and intentional. Its sharp contrast and sleek posture suggest formality and sophistication rather than casual utility, giving text a confident, curated voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, high-contrast display aesthetic with sharp, elegant forms and a controlled, editorial texture. It prioritizes visual drama and refinement, aiming for strong presence in titles and brand-forward typography.
At larger sizes the hairlines and tapered connections become a defining feature, creating a sparkling texture and strong figure/ground contrast in words. The design’s pronounced modulation makes individual letters feel sculptural, while the consistent vertical emphasis keeps lines of text orderly and composed.