Sans Contrasted Obgi 12 is a regular weight, very narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, branding, magazine, elegant, fashion, dramatic, modern, space-saving, high-impact, luxury tone, modern editorial, condensed, vertical, sharp, crisp, refined.
This typeface is a condensed, high-contrast design with strongly vertical proportions and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Strokes taper to hairline terminals, with crisp joins and a clean, streamlined silhouette that reads as largely serifless at a glance, while still showing subtle finishing details in places. Counters are relatively tight and oval, curves are smooth and controlled, and the overall rhythm is tall and even, producing a compact, columnar texture in text.
Best suited for headlines, pull quotes, mastheads, and poster typography where its condensed width and contrast can create strong hierarchy and a sophisticated look. It can also work for branding and packaging that needs a sleek, upscale presence, while longer body text will generally benefit from generous size and leading.
The overall tone is refined and dramatic, with a polished, runway/editorial character. Its narrow stance and sharp contrast give it a sense of intensity and precision, lending a premium, stylized voice without feeling decorative or playful.
The design intent appears to be a modern, space-efficient display face that delivers luxury-oriented contrast and a tall, streamlined profile. It emphasizes impact and elegance through compressed proportions, crisp detailing, and a consistent vertical rhythm.
In the sample text, the condensed spacing and strong vertical stress create a dense, high-impact gray value. The numerals and capitals appear built for display emphasis, with hairline strokes that can become delicate at smaller sizes or on low-resolution reproduction.