Sans Contrasted Afla 10 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: magazines, headlines, branding, packaging, posters, editorial, elegant, refined, modern, fashion, premium voice, editorial tone, modern refinement, display clarity, crisp, clean, airy, sculpted, calligraphic.
This typeface pairs sharply tapered hairlines with fuller main strokes, creating a pronounced calligraphic contrast and a bright, open color on the page. The letterforms are largely unadorned and clean, but with subtly flared terminals and wedge-like stroke endings that give curves a sculpted feel. Counters are generous—especially in round letters like O and o—while joins and transitions are crisp and controlled, producing a precise rhythm in both display sizes and running text. Uppercase forms feel tall and poised, and the lowercase shows a classic double-storey a with an open bowl and a narrow, refined e.
Well-suited to magazine and editorial design, brand identities, and premium packaging where contrast and finesse can be appreciated. It also performs effectively for large-format headlines and posters, while remaining readable in short blocks of text when given comfortable spacing and supportive leading.
The overall tone is polished and editorial, suggesting a contemporary luxury sensibility without becoming ornamental. Its contrast and delicate finishing convey sophistication and calm authority, lending a premium, fashion-forward voice to headings and brand language.
The design appears intended to deliver a refined, contemporary take on a contrasted, calligraphy-informed sans, balancing minimal forms with elegant stroke modulation. It aims to provide a distinctive voice for modern editorial and brand applications that benefit from a luxurious, sharply drawn texture.
Numerals and capitals share the same high-contrast construction, with elegant curves and fine horizontals that emphasize a sleek, print-like texture. The Q features a distinctive, calligraphic tail, and diagonals (such as in V, W, and X) read sharp and intentional, reinforcing the typeface’s crisp, high-end presence.