Sans Contrasted Afpo 19 is a light, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, fashion, branding, posters, elegant, editorial, refined, airy, modern, luxury tone, display emphasis, editorial voice, modern refinement, delicate, crisp, calligraphic, open forms, sharp terminals.
A delicate contrasted sans with slender hairlines and noticeably heavier verticals, producing a crisp, dressy rhythm. Letterforms are mostly straight and upright, with open apertures and smoothly rounded bowls that keep counters clear despite the thin strokes. Terminals tend to be sharp and clean, and joins are controlled, giving the text a precise, slightly calligraphic feel without overt ornament. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, with narrow, linear figures and rounded forms that read cleanly in display sizes.
Well suited to headlines, magazine typography, fashion and beauty branding, and premium packaging where a refined, high-contrast voice is desired. It can also work for posters and short pull quotes, especially when paired with a sturdier companion for long reading.
The overall tone is refined and editorial, suggesting sophistication and restraint rather than friendliness or utility. Its thin strokes and polished contrast convey a fashion-forward, cultured mood suited to premium contexts.
The design appears intended to bring high-contrast sophistication to a sans framework—capturing the poise of dressy display typography while staying clean and contemporary for branding and editorial use.
The type feels most confident at larger sizes where the hairlines can breathe and the contrast becomes a feature. The narrow footprint and open spacing in the sample text create a light, airy texture that emphasizes verticality and elegance.