Sans Contrasted Asmav 4 is a light, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, headlines, branding, packaging, refined, modern, calm, precise, modern elegance, premium tone, editorial clarity, minimal refinement, crisp, airy, high-waisted, sharp terminals, open counters.
A slender, finely drawn text face with clean, serifless letterforms and a noticeable modulation between verticals and joins. Curves are smooth and taut, with open counters and a slightly high-waisted feel in bowls and rounds; strokes end in crisp, tapered terminals that keep the texture light and airy. Spacing reads even and disciplined in running text, while capitals sit tall and statuesque, giving headlines a composed, linear rhythm. Numerals are similarly delicate and legible, matching the overall restrained, contemporary construction.
Well-suited to magazine and book typography, especially for headings, subheads, pull quotes, and refined brand systems. It also works for packaging and identity applications where a clean, elevated voice is needed, and for short-to-medium text where a bright, elegant texture is desirable.
The overall tone is refined and editorial, balancing modern minimalism with a subtle calligraphic polish. It feels quiet and confident rather than loud, lending a cultured, premium character to both display lines and carefully set text.
The design appears intended to provide a contemporary, minimalist reading experience with a touch of sophistication, using subtle stroke modulation and crisp terminals to add character without ornament. It aims for clarity and polish in editorial and brand-forward contexts.
In paragraph samples the light strokes create a bright page color, with clear differentiation between similar shapes (e.g., rounded letters versus straight-stem forms). The design’s sharp terminals and controlled contrast emphasize precision, especially at larger sizes where the modulation becomes more apparent.