Sans Other Tihy 2 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, titles, branding, packaging, art deco, theatrical, retro, poster-ready, dramatic, space-saving impact, vintage styling, headline emphasis, stylized branding, condensed, high-waisted, vertical stress, tapered terminals, compact counters.
A tightly condensed display sans with tall proportions and emphatic vertical strokes. The letterforms rely on narrow counters, flattened bowls, and subtle tapering that creates a chiseled, columnar silhouette. Curves are controlled and compact, with rounded forms (like O/C) appearing pinched and vertically oriented, while joins and terminals stay crisp and mostly unadorned. The overall rhythm is vertical and posterlike, with consistent narrow widths across the alphabet and figures and a deliberately streamlined, architectural feel.
Best suited to headlines, titles, and short phrases where its condensed proportions and striking vertical rhythm can carry the layout. It works well for posters, vintage-inspired branding, packaging, and signage, especially when a sleek, theatrical voice is desired. For long text or small UI sizes, the tight counters and narrow forms may reduce clarity.
The font projects an Art Deco–leaning, stage-marquee drama: elegant, assertive, and slightly exotic. Its strong verticality and compressed shapes evoke classic cinema titles and vintage signage, giving text a confident, stylized presence rather than a neutral tone.
The design appears intended as a condensed display face that maximizes impact in limited horizontal space while maintaining a polished, era-referential aesthetic. Its disciplined geometry and tapered detailing suggest a focus on dramatic titling and branding rather than quiet, utilitarian reading.
The design reads best when allowed to breathe: the condensed shapes and compact counters can look dense at smaller sizes, while larger settings emphasize its distinctive silhouettes. Numerals match the same tall, narrow construction, supporting cohesive headline and titling work.