Sans Contrasted Tina 1 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, branding, packaging, fashion, dramatic, refined, modernist, display impact, premium tone, dynamic motion, modern elegance, slanted, calligraphic, sculpted, tapered, sharp.
This typeface pairs an italic, forward-leaning skeleton with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, tapered terminals. Curves are smooth and elliptical, while joins and diagonals feel sliced and directional, giving many letters a slightly chiseled, dynamic edge. Counters are relatively open and the rhythm is energetic, with a mix of narrow and wider shapes that creates a lively, variable texture across words. Numerals follow the same high-modulation, slanted construction, reading as display-oriented forms rather than utilitarian text figures.
Best suited to headlines, magazine-style typography, and brand moments where a sleek, expressive italic voice is desired. It can work well for short passages such as pull quotes, covers, and campaign lines where its contrast and motion can be appreciated without crowding.
The overall tone is high-fashion and editorial, combining elegance with speed and intensity. Its strong modulation and sharp finishing details project sophistication and drama, lending a premium, poster-like presence even at moderate sizes.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, fashion-leaning italic with strong contrast and a sculpted, contemporary finish. Its goal is impact and elegance—prioritizing distinctive texture and dynamic movement for display applications.
The glyphs show a consistent reliance on tapered strokes and angled cuts, especially in diagonals and terminals, which reinforces the italic motion. Round forms stay clean and controlled, while the most emphatic strokes create a punchy, headline-forward color on the page.