Sans Contrasted Nonaj 5 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, headlines, branding, refined, literary, classic, formal, calm, readability, editorial tone, classical polish, quiet elegance, bracketed, flared, calligraphic, modulated, crisp.
This typeface shows gently modulated strokes with clear thick–thin rhythm and subtly flared, bracket-like terminals that give strokes a finished, carved look rather than blunt cuts. Curves are smooth and open, with generous counters (notably in C, O, Q, and e) and a measured, even baseline. Capitals feel stately and slightly wide in their bowls, while lowercase keeps a steady x-height and a traditional, readable texture; the two-storey a and g, the tapered r, and the soft-shouldered n/m reinforce a bookish, text-first construction. Numerals are proportional with rounded forms and moderate stress, matching the letterforms’ controlled modulation.
It performs well in editorial settings—magazine typography, book interiors, and long-form reading—where its open counters and measured modulation support legibility. It also suits refined headlines, pull quotes, and brand wordmarks that want a classic, cultivated voice without overt ornament.
Overall, the font conveys a composed, traditional tone—polished and editorial rather than casual. The flared terminals and controlled contrast add a quietly dignified, literary character suited to serious or cultured messaging.
The design appears intended to blend traditional readability with a touch of formal refinement, using gentle stroke modulation and flared terminals to create a sophisticated texture for both display and text sizes.
In running text, spacing appears balanced and the rhythm is consistent, with recognizable, conventional shapes that prioritize clarity. The Q’s sweeping tail and the slightly calligraphic joins in letters like k and y add small signature moments without becoming decorative.