Sans Contrasted Nokem 9 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: magazines, branding, headlines, subheads, posters, editorial, refined, contemporary, calm, authoritative, modern refinement, space efficiency, editorial clarity, quiet authority, crisp, clean, airy, sharp, sculpted.
This typeface presents as a clean, structured design with subtly flared terminals that keep the strokes looking crisp without becoming decorative. Proportions are compact with tight horizontal footprints, and the rhythm is steady and vertical, giving lines a tidy, economical texture. Stroke modulation is evident—especially where curves meet stems—creating a gently sculpted feel rather than a monoline look. Counters are open and relatively generous for the width, and joins are smooth with controlled curves; the overall drawing stays precise and consistent across letters and numerals.
It suits editorial settings such as magazines and reports, where a refined voice is needed in headlines and subheads. The compact proportions also make it effective for space-conscious branding, packaging, and poster typography that benefits from a crisp, composed texture.
The tone reads polished and editorial, with a quiet sophistication that feels modern rather than retro. Its restrained contrast and crisp terminals add a touch of formality and authority while remaining approachable and readable.
The design appears intended to bridge modern clarity with a subtle, high-end finish—adding controlled modulation and crisp terminals to keep text feeling elevated without sacrificing straightforward readability.
Uppercase forms feel stately and stable, while the lowercase keeps a straightforward, workmanlike cadence with clean bowls and compact shoulders. Numerals follow the same disciplined construction, looking neat and aligned for mixed text settings.