Sans Contrasted Obve 3 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'TA Modern Times' by Tural Alisoy (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, posters, branding, refined, dramatic, classic, fashion, space saving, premium tone, headline impact, editorial clarity, condensed, vertical, crisp, sharp, sculpted.
A tall, condensed text face with pronounced stroke contrast and largely vertical stress. Terminals are clean and mostly unbracketed, with long straight stems and tapered joins that give the outlines a crisp, cut-through-the-page look. Curves are narrow and controlled (notably in C, O, and S), and the bowls tend to be compact with thin hairlines. The lowercase shows a traditional two-storey a and g, a single-storey-style curved descender on y, and a relatively small, upright rhythm across words; figures appear lining with similarly high contrast.
Works well for headlines, decks, and magazine-style typography where a condensed, high-contrast look can add hierarchy and sophistication. It also suits branding, packaging, and event materials that benefit from a refined, fashion-forward presence, especially at medium to large sizes where the hairlines can show clearly.
The overall tone is elegant and editorial, with a slightly theatrical sharpness from the contrast and compressed proportions. It reads as polished and contemporary-classic—suited to sophisticated branding while still feeling assertive and attention-grabbing in display settings.
The design appears intended to deliver an elegant, space-saving voice with strong visual hierarchy, combining condensed proportions with high contrast to create a premium, editorial character. It emphasizes vertical rhythm and sharp clarity to stand out in titles and short-form text.
In text, the condensed fit and strong verticals create a tight, efficient texture, while the thin hairlines add sparkle at larger sizes. The capital forms feel particularly authoritative and poster-ready, and the numerals carry the same refined, high-contrast logic for consistent typographic color.