Sans Contrasted Tigi 4 is a bold, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial titles, branding, packaging, editorial, dramatic, modernist, refined, poster-ready, impact, hierarchy, compactness, refinement, display contrast, condensed, crisp, sharp, sculpted, vertical stress.
A condensed, contrasted sans with tall proportions and a strong vertical rhythm. Strokes show pronounced thick–thin modulation, especially in curved letters, with crisp terminals and sharp joins that give the forms a cut, sculpted feel. Counters are generally tight and compact, and curves (C, O, S) read as clean, controlled ovals with evident stress. Lowercase forms stay relatively upright and compact, with simple, straight-sided construction and minimal flourish, while figures follow the same condensed, high-impact geometry.
Best suited to headlines, titles, and short bursts of copy where contrast and condensed width can create a strong typographic presence. It works well for editorial mastheads, poster typography, and brand wordmarks that need a refined but assertive look. For longer text, it is likely more effective in larger sizes or with generous spacing to keep the dense rhythm from feeling too tight.
The overall tone feels editorial and dramatic, pairing modern clarity with a slightly stylized, display-forward elegance. Its strong contrast and compact width give it a confident, attention-grabbing voice that still reads controlled and deliberate rather than playful.
The font appears designed to deliver a high-impact condensed voice with refined stroke modulation, bridging the simplicity of a sans structure with display-style contrast for emphasis and hierarchy. It prioritizes strong silhouette and word-shape efficiency while adding sophistication through controlled thick–thin transitions.
The design leans on verticals and narrow apertures to maintain a dense texture in words, while the contrast adds sparkle at larger sizes. Round letters and numerals appear carefully balanced against the straight-sided forms, helping headings feel consistent and tightly set.