Sans Contrasted Lelat 10 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazine, branding, packaging, refined, classic, literary, formal, classic tone, editorial polish, crafted detail, readable elegance, transitional, calligraphic, bracketed, sharp, high-contrast.
This typeface shows clear stroke modulation with crisp, tapered terminals and subtle bracketed joins, giving letters a carved, calligraphic feel. Uppercase forms are relatively wide with open counters and confident curves, while diagonals and peaks (notably in A, V, W, Y) come to sharp points that add sparkle. The lowercase maintains steady rhythm with a traditional two-storey a, compact e, and a distinctive g featuring a looped lower form, contributing to a slightly old-style texture. Numerals follow the same modulated logic, with elegant curves and pointed entry/exit strokes that keep the set lively without becoming ornate.
It suits editorial environments such as magazines, cultural publications, and book typography where a classic, crafted texture is desirable. The distinctive detailing also supports branding and packaging that aims for refinement and tradition, especially at display and subhead sizes where terminals and contrast can be appreciated.
The overall tone is poised and literary, balancing a classic bookish sensibility with a slightly dramatic edge from the sharp terminals and contrast. It feels refined and editorial rather than utilitarian, suggesting care, tradition, and a touch of formality.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic reading texture with added sophistication through controlled contrast and sharp, tapered terminals. It aims to feel traditional and polished while remaining clean enough for contemporary editorial use.
Curves are smooth and generous, but finishes are consistently crisp, creating a pattern of soft bowls punctuated by knife-like terminals. Spacing appears even in text, producing a calm gray value while retaining enough detail in the letter endings to read as premium and crafted.