Sans Contrasted Vale 9 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, luxury, dramatic, fashion, modern, display impact, editorial voice, premium branding, visual drama, crisp, sharp, sculpted, refined, high-waisted.
This typeface presents a sculptural, display-led construction with striking thick–thin modulation and crisp, tapered joins. Shapes are compact and high-waisted, with narrow apertures and carefully controlled counters that read as carved-out forms within substantial strokes. Terminals are sharp and often wedge-like, and the overall silhouette favors strong vertical emphasis with elegant, slightly mannered curves. The lowercase shows a compact rhythm with sturdy stems, while numerals and capitals keep a consistent, poster-ready density and a polished, editorial finish.
Well-suited to magazine mastheads, editorial headlines, fashion and beauty branding, campaign posters, and premium packaging. It also works for short pull quotes and title treatments where its dramatic contrast and compact forms can carry the composition.
The tone is confident and sophisticated, combining a glossy fashion sensibility with a dramatic, high-impact voice. It feels refined and curated rather than utilitarian, projecting authority and style in headlines and short statements.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, high-fashion display voice with a crisp, carved aesthetic and emphatic contrast that prioritizes impact and elegance over small-size neutrality.
The sample text indicates best performance at larger sizes where the fine hairline moments and tight apertures can fully resolve. Letterforms maintain a consistent, intentional contrast pattern across the set, creating a strong, rhythmic texture in all-caps and mixed-case settings alike.